78, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026, at his residence. He was born in Lincoln County, Tennessee, on Dec. 28, 1947, to the late Ural “Bill” and Mary Snell McMillen Crabtree.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Walter Thomas Crabtree.

He is survived by his wife, Melinda Ruth Crabtree; daughter, Karen L. (Justin) Crabtree; son, Jeffery L. Crabtree; and grandchild, Easton Tillman Crabtree.

Graveside services were held on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, in Unity Cemetery.

Gallant-Riverview Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Billy

Lynn Crabtree.