William Edward “Billy” Pegram, 85, of Dundee, died Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2018, surrounded by his family.
During his long and full life, he was a farmer, businessman, politician and avid outdoorsman. He served as a supervisor of Tunica County for five terms and was a member of the Tunica United Methodist Church.
He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
He is survived by his wife, Gayla Koonce Pegram; his daughters, Lynn Ryals (Ricky) and Jean Townsend; his grandchildren, Wes Ryals (Victoria), Katie Ryals Cofer (John), Holly Townsend McElyea (Paul), Neil Townsend (Katie) and Will Townsend (Casey); and five great-grandchildren who especially brought him great joy.
He was preceded in death by his son, Bill, and daughter, Debbie.
Visitation is Friday, Dec. 21, 2018, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Meredith Nowell Funeral Home in Tunica. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 22, 2018, at 2 p.m. at the Tunica United Methodist Church with burial at Oakwood Cemetery.
The family requests that memorials or gifts be made to the Tunica United Methodist Church or the Tunica Humane Society.
Meredith-Nowell Funeral Home in Tunica is in charge of arrangements.
