Billy Ray Grubbs

Billy Ray Grubbs, 80, passed away on October 19, 2026. Born November 27, 1945, in Cawood, Kentucky, he later made his home in Flat Rock, North Carolina. Billy was a kind, loving, and soft-spoken man who cherished his family and touched the lives of those who knew him.

Billy loved the Lord, attending church, reading his Bible, and playing his guitar. He also enjoyed watching The Andy Griffith Show and spending time with his family, especially playing with his beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Tice and Addie (Stanton) Grubbs; his twelve brothers and sisters; and his grandson, Jonathon Troxell.

He is survived by his loving wife, Katherine Grubbs; his four children, Ruth Messer, Billie Jo Grubbs, Melissa Bumpous and Jason, and William Grubbs; his grandchildren, Casey May, Beth Messer, Vincent Troxell (Leah), Kassidi Greene (Matthew), and Sarah Bumpous; his great-grandchildren, Zayna May, Rebekah Troxell, Ruth Troxell, Oliver Greene, and Thea Greene; and his honorary grandchild, River Jones.

Billy will be remembered for his gentle spirit, strong faith, and deep love for his family. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who loved him, and his family finds comfort in the hope of a heavenly reunion.

Rest peacefully, Billy Ray. You will be deeply missed and forever loved.

The family will receive friends on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM at Little Creek Pentecostal Church in Cawood, Kentucky. Funeral services will be held after at 3:00 PM. Interment will be immediately after the funeral at the Clem Family Cemetery with friends and family serving as pallbearers. Family and friends are invited to gather to honor Billy's life and share memories of the wonderful man he was.

Mount Pleasant Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. Billy Ray Grubbs.