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Billy Joe Poland, 65, of Jackson, MS, passed away Thursday, December 10, 2020 at his residence.
He was born in Greenville, MS November 13, 1955 to the late J.R. Poland and Beatrice Nichols Poland.
He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, James, Charles, Raymond and Clyde Nichols; three sisters, Linda Nichols, Brenda Hedo and Rita Butts.
He is survived by his wife, Julie Downs Poland; Leigh Downs, sister in law; her daughter, Meagan Hopkins and Gabrielle Dukes Perry, the apple of his eye. Sisters, Betty Williams of Ridgeland, Margie Hooks and Becky Daugherty both of Raymond, MS; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Billy was a lifelong golfer, an avid drummer and loved music. He worked by his dad’s side in their family construction business. Billy attended MDCC, worked as a drug and alcohol counselor using his Christian faith and his testimony to help others. He is a husband, brother uncle and friend who will be greatly missed.
Due to COVID 19 guidelines for gatherings, a memorial service will be scheduled at a later date, after the Holidays (TBA).
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