Billy Joe Marlowe, 85, of Conway, S.C., went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 19, 2023, with his loving family by his side.

Mr. Marlowe was born in Conway, the son of the late Cordie and Carrie Smith Marlowe.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters, Marilyn Farr, Eloise Coleman and Carolyn Lewis Kraft; nephews, Randy, David and Rocky.

Billy Joe was a Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Brother. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and playing golf, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his Grand Children. Mr. Marlowe was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed building things, especially helping his son build a garage.

Billy Joe worked with Coca-Cola Bottling Company for thirty years before retiring and he also served in the Army Reserves. After retiring from Coca – Cola, he worked eleven years with The Horry County Solid Waste Authority.

Because of Mr. Marlowe's love and passion for children, he spent many years coaching Baseball.

Billy Joe is survived by his wife of fifty-eight years, Linda Bratcher Marlowe; sons, Billy "Joey" Joe Marlowe, Jr of Nashville, TN and James Eric Marlowe (Michele) of Longs; two grandchildren, Allison Marie Marlowe and Macey Elizabeth Marlowe; nephews and nieces, Duane, Darrell, David, Lori, Nancy, Lynn, Teresa, Archie, Trina, Patty, Paul, Steve, Wesley, Denise, Ricky, Paula, Dion, Ken, Diane and Lisa, and many other family and friends who will miss him.

Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at the Watson Funeral Services Chapel with Rev. Rodney Hord officiating.

Burial will follow at Graham Cemetery on Old Reaves Ferry Rd.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Please sign a guestbook at watsonfuneralservices.com.

Watson Funeral Services and Crematory, 2300 Hwy 378, Conway, SC is serving the family.