William (Bill) Pierce Bibby was called home to be with the Lord on April 5, 2024. He was born on January 26, 1934 in Savoy, Texas to Bartley Pierce Bibby and Mabel Theo Massey Bibby. Bill graduated from Savoy High School in 1952 and attended North Texas State University on a basketball scholarship. He was employed by Texas Power & Light Co. (TXU) for 39 years starting as a meter reader in Denison, Texas, quickly advancing to management positions in Waco, Killeen, Gainesville, Bonham, and McKinney. He was involved in numerous philanthropic, civic, and community service organizations. Faith in his Lord was a priority, serving as a deacon at First Baptist Churches in Gainesville and Savoy.
He retired in 1992 and moved to the family farm in Savoy where he remained active training quarter horses, raising cattle, goats, sheep and other animals. He was known for his quick wit, infectious smile, and kind and compassionate spirit. He traveled many miles attending his grandchildren’s various activities. Love for his family was his passion.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Bartley Pierce Bibby and Mabel Theo Massey Bibby; sisters, Betty Jo Dodson, Cecil Inez Bomar; and nephew, James Edgar Dodson. He is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, JoAnn Speed Bibby; son, David Judson Bibby (Rebecca) Tyler, Texas; daughter, Patricia Elaine Lillard (Bruce) Savoy, Texas; grandchildren, Judson Brown Bibby (Kassie), Lauren Elizabeth Bibby Grygar (Chase), and James Pierce Williams; five great grandchildren, William Anthony Grygar, Elizabeth Anne Grygar, Hannah Claire Bibby, Rebecca Elise Bibby, Pierce Matthew Williams; and numerous nephews, nieces, and friends.
Pallbearers will be Judson Bibby, James Williams, Chase Grygar, Mike Bomar, Jimmy Speed, and Cody Maxwell. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Sessom, Larry Blain, Phillip Wilhelm, Roy Lee Thomas, and Till Melugin.
Visitation is Monday April 8, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Mullican Little Funeral Home in Bells. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at 2:00 PM with Ricky Maxwell and Cody Maxwell officiating. Interment will be at the Little Jordan Cemetery, Savoy, Texas.
The family wishes to thank Home Hospice of Grayson, Cooke, and Fannin Counties (a non-profit organization) for their compassion and care. Especially Tim, Megan, Mike, Paul, April, Christy, and Rachel.
For those interested, the family suggests donations to the Little Jordan Cemetery Association, a non profit Texas Historical Cemetery established by Bill’s great grandfather Sidney Hiram Pierce, Home Hospice of Grayson, Cooke, and Fannin Counties, or the charity of your choice.
We’re sending prayers for strength.
Sorry to hear of your loss. I thoroughly enjoyed the short time that I was around Bill. Quick wit and kind.
The Bill Bibby Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Bill was a wonderful man and I know he will be missed.
Bill taught me so much and had so many good times with him.
Mr. Bill was such a nice man. Prayers of peace and comfort to his family.
We are sorry for your loss Elaine and Bruce. We love you and are praying for your family.
Very sad to read about Bill’s passing. Was glad to know him from days in Gainesville. Condolences to Joann, David, Elaine and family.
We are sad with this announcement, but thankful for the years of knowing Bill and JoAnn. They also started our Golden Treasures group at First Baptist Church, Savoy. Joe loved his visits with Bill on Sundays about their beloved Dallas Cowboys. Thankful for the fellowship and service for the. Bibbys. Prayers for peace and comfort for the family.
My thoughts and prayers for the family.
Was so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He was a good guy and Boss.. My prayers are for your family.
Jo Ann and family we are so sorry at hearing in Bill passing. Sorry we could not be there. We will be praying for you and the family during this difficult time. We have a lot of great memories to share in the years we have known you and Bill. God keep you in the days to come. Our Love Bob & Kay
I am so glad that I got to know Bill while working at TXU and then to spend time with him while I worked at the funeral home in Bells. He was a guy that could be counted on to do what ever needed to be done, a great person. I know his family will miss him greatly.
I am so sorry Joann and family, my heart sank when I saw that Bill had passed. Sending prays for you and your family.
So very sorry to hear of Mr. Bill’s passing. Prayers of peace & comfort to you, JoAnn & all the family. Mr. Bill will certainly be missed by all who knew him. Never saw him without a smile on his face & eager to put one on those around him.
So very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Sending prayers for the family.