F St., was built in 1927 and spent almost a century as a center of the North Heights neighborhood. Kerry Sachetta, superintendent of the Joplin School District, said Moates Excavating, of Riverton, Kansas, would likely complete tearing down the old school by the end of the week.Ĭolumbia Elementary School, at 610 W. I understand what's going on, but at the same time it's got a place in my life." It was fine when I was in grade school, but I know they expect something different these days. "The new school (Dover Hill Elementary) looks great, though. "Sentimentally, I'm sorry they're tearing it down," Spracklen said. Steve Spracklen, 72, was a Columbia student in the 1950s, and he experienced emotional swings while watching. 7th St, Galena, KS, 66739 with "Billingsley Memorial" in the memo.Former students from years ago drove by and stopped to watch for a few minutes.
Donations can be sent to the Galena Mining and Historical Museum at 319 W. In lieu of flowers, we ask that contributions be made to the Billingsley Memorial Garden fund. To honor them, the family has chosen to create a memorial garden with a sitting place for loved ones to reflect on wonderful memories. They loved to be outdoors with their family, as well as garden and maintain beautiful landscapes. made lasting impacts on the city of Galena. Main Street in Joplin to honor the legacies of both Fred Billingsley Sr. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 2nd at 3:30 pm at Life Connections Church at 5831 S. Freddie is survived by his daughter, Carolyn Grace Billingsley and fiancé, Christian Barnard of Springfield, Missouri, his lifelong partner, Tina Billingsley of Springfield, Missouri, his stepson, Timothy Schoenfeld of Springfield, Missouri, his mother, Carolyn Stewart Billingsley of Joplin, and his sister, Terri Cobb and husband Troy Cobb of Boise, Idaho.įreddie was cremated at Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery in Joplin. who passed away in 2020 due to COVID-19 related causes. He is preceded in death by his father, Fred Thomas Billingsley Sr. Freddie created original artwork for Springfield Contemporary Theatre's productions for ten years, and even created their new logo to celebrate their 25th season. He worked for the City of Galena, Kansas, and was an active part of the restoration of the Galena Museum. He worked for Vogel Properties, LLC of Joplin for many years. His work and accomplishments include the digital branding for many companies, remodeling and designing of homes and commercial properties, and even an entire full-sized, hand-painted backdrop to be used onstage for theatrical productions.Ī lifelong resident of Joplin, Missouri, he and his father owned Crabby's Seafood Bar and Grill from 1991 to 2003. He was an exceptional graphic designer and artist of many mediums. Thomas in Houston, Texas, and Missouri Southern State University in Joplin, Missouri.įreddie was extraordinarily talented and loved the opportunity to tackle a new project or challenge. He continued his education at the University of St. He was a 1987 graduate of Langham Creek High School in Houston, Texas. "Freddie" was born to Fred and Carolyn Stewart Billingsley of Joplin on May 18, 1969.
Fred Thomas Billingsley, Jr., 52, passed away early Thursday morning, March 24, 2022, at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, Missouri.
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