Billy Irving was born October 26, 1943 in Marietta Mississippi, to Ned, and Birlee Irving, Billy was the ninth of 10 children.
Billy confessed his life to Christ at an early age, later joined Omega Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Finney, transferring to Upon this Rock Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Alex Reese.
Billy enjoyed hunting, working on cars, dancing and fishing. Billy was very popular on all the lakes, on Lake Erie he was known as "Bill Dan".
Billy moved to Cleveland, Ohio in the '70's where he met his loving wife, Francine Irving. To their union two children were born, a boy and a girl, Boo Boo, and ReRe.
On June 1, 2021, The Lord called Billy home to eternal life after a long battle with Cancer (**** Cancer!), he leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife of 47 years, Frances Irving; five children, Billy Irving Jr (Erica), Commalena Austin, Maurice Irving, Lerese Irving, and Lillian Irving; grandchildren, Robert Irving (deceased), Myron Crowder Jr (Taylor), Camyra Crowder, Maciaha Irving, De'angelo Irving, Noelle Irving, and Maurice Irving Jr; great grandchildren, Ryniah, Romelle, Trinity, London, Milo, and Ra'aine; five sisters, and three brothers, whom all preceded Billy in death; one brother, Edward Irving whom he leaves to cherish his memory; best friend/brother-in-law, Brady Reese, who never left Billy's side; as well a host of other relatives and friends.