Billy E. “Bill” Fatheree, age 93 of Salem, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Twin Willows Nursing Center in Salem.
Bill was born on March 22, 1932, in Odin, Illinois, the son of Orville and Docia (Spangler) Fatheree. He married Wanda M. (Keller) Fatheree on March 15, 1953, in Iuka, Illinois and together they shared 67 years united in marriage until her passing on October 26, 2020.
Survivors include his daughter, Marlene Morrison of Iuka; grandchildren, Dustin Morrison and wife Dani, and Dee Schwarm; six great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Wanda; a son, Steve Fatheree; and numerous siblings.
Bill honorably served his country in the United States Army. After his service, he worked for many years as a draftsman at Caterpillar until his retirement.
He was a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church in Salem.
Funeral services for Billy E. “Bill” Fatheree will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Crouse Funeral Home in Salem with John Gaston officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until the time of the service at the funeral home. Burial will follow at the Iuka Cemetery in Iuka with military rites by the Salem American Legion. Memorial contributions can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and will be received at the funeral home. Online condolences and memories can be left at www.CrouseFH.com.
