Billy Lynn Hatley, age 71 of Dardanelle, passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023 at Arkansas Hospice River Valley Home in Russellville. He was born August 13, 1951 in Longview, Texas to the late William F. Hatley and Linnie A. Pittman Hatley. He loved reading and his work, he "lived to work, worked to live". Billy was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Adrian Hatley and two brothers, Gene Pittman and Tim Hatley.

Survivors include his wife, Venita Perez Hatley; children, Kevin Hatley (Michelle), Kristi Clemmer (Doug), Amber Hatley (Tim); bonus children, Hector, Mariana, Johnny and Chris Perez; grandchildren, Austin Hatley, Tyler Hatley, Ruby Sowell, Clayton Sowell, Christina Perez, Gabriella Perez, Leo Moreno; adopted mother, Kitty Johnston; adopted brother and best friend, Steve Johnston and numerous grandchildren adopted along the way.

A family conducted memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home and River Valley Cremations in Dardanelle. Online Guest Book and Condolences at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com