Billy G. Solley, age 83, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Oct., 1, 2026. He was born on April 2, 1943 in Waco, Texas. Billy served in the US Air Force and he later worked as a supervisor for BASF Plastic Plant in Holyoke for many years before he retired. He enjoyed fishing, being on his boat & watching Gunsmoke or any western shows on the TV. Billy was kindhearted & loved to spend time with his family on his back porch enjoying everyone’s company and was always a great listener. Predeceased by his wife Nancy (Pete) Solley who passed away in 2025 and also by his step-son, Richard Daley and two sisters, Barbara Richardson and Diane Hetherington. He is survived by his son, Billy E. Solley of Chicopee; three daughters, Tracee Smith of East Longmeadow, Kim Costa and her husband John of Palmer and Brandy Solley of Chicopee; one sister, Janice Pruitt of Texas; five grandchildren, Natasha, Alexia, Amanda, Ashlee and Connor, as well as three great grandchildren, Sophia, Emilee and William. A Memorial Mass will be held at a later date. The Grise Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.GriseFH.com.