BILLY JOE ANDERSON, AGE 59, a resident of Franklinton passed away Monday October 12, 2026 at his home. He was born in Monroe, Louisiana on August 18, 1967 but lived in Washington Parish nearly all his life. Billy was a truck driver for nearly 40 years and went by the CB handle “Wild Bill” to all his friends and most anyone that knew him. Through the years, he drove cross-country, regional and local routes, logging countless miles hauling all different types of materials. Billy enjoyed fishing and listening to his favorite gospel music. When he had time, Billy liked riding motorcycles and had attended many bike rally’s and events over the years. He enjoyed most of all, spending time with his grandchildren and will be forever missed by his family and friends.
Survived by:
Grandchildren: Emmasue, Addilyn, and Jewelie Keating
Wife: Glenda Sue Smith
Brothers and Sisters in law: Bobby and Danielle Anderson and their son Jeremy,
Fredrick and Brandie Anderson
Sister and Brother in law: Joyce and Ray Brooks
Special Friend: Tyrone “Sandman” Caughlin
Also numerous nieces, nephews and friends
He was preceded in death by his step-son Daniel Keating, parents Ocie Anderson and Mary Barber Anderson, brothers Alton Anderson, Wade Anderson, sister Shirley Adams and other family members.
A memorial service for his family and friends will be planned in the near future
