Billy Kidd, WIMZ radio host and philanthropist, dies at 61 The family will welcome friends at the graveside. William Wayne Kidd Jr. (born November 28, 1959) is a former American football Center who played for the Houston Oilers of the National Football League (NFL). Billy Kidd Obituary (2016) - Dandridge, TN - Knoxville News Sentinel Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Billy was a jack of all trades, lover of Nascar, wrestling, and tools. 1681 Old Jamestown Hwy, Crossville, TN 38572. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, guests are asked to wear masks and practice social distancing throughout the services. A 1977 graduate of Livingston Academy, then receiving a Bachelor of Science Degree from UT Knoxville in 1981. His first radio job was here in Livingston at WLIV AM 920, then to Jet 107.1 in Monterey, Tennessee, from there he would spend the next 30 years to Knoxville's Classic Rock 103.5. Billy was very devoted to helping others, and used the power of radio to get the job done.
In addition to his parents, Billy was preceded in death by his brother, Scott Winningham.
Memorial Donations In Memory of William "Billy Kidd" may be made to the secondharvesttn.org Smokymountainservicedogs.org Shilohriders.com
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. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Bilbrey Funeral Home to help cover funeral expenses. Naming the loading dock after him moved him to tears because he didnt do it for any highlight. The family will welcome friends at the graveside. ", "For more than 20 years, Billy advocated for Second Harvest on the airwaves of 103.5 WIMZ," Second Harvest Food Bank said in a statement. Knoxville radio host to enter Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame Classic Rock station WIMZ103.5 FM is planning a virtual fundraiser to honor William Winngingham, known on air as "Billy Kidd." Billy Waugh (1929-2023), U.S. Army Special . James Shenko will officiate the service. A motorcycle enthusiast, Winningham also would participate in Toys for Tots' "Toy Ride" drives.