Billy Wayne Penn, Sr, 68 of
Linn Valley, Ks passed away on December 21, 2025 at his home surrounded by his
family. Cremation, with private family
services to be held at a later.
Arrangements entrusted to Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel
(816-657-4400). Memorial contributions
may be made to the charity or donor’s choice.
Messages of condolence may be left for the family at
www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.
Billy was born in Paola, Kansas
and spent most of his life in Miami County. He served four years in
the Army Reserves. He worked as a welder for many years. Along
with his love for working on cars in
his spare time, he also loved
stock car racing in Adrian, Missouri. For years his dream was to win
all three races in one night, and
he did just that. He loved animals and would nurse wild animals
back to health, releasing them
when they were well.
He also enjoyed taking his 4
dachshunds and racoon for rides in his limousine until they passed away. He
also loved attending the Missouri State Fair every year as a family tradition.
While Billy was sick, he converted
his handicap bus into a camper and was so proud of it. He
enjoyed camping and being outside.
His legacy is one of quiet strength and deep love for family,
always ready for a good story,
whether true or not and a hearty laugh.
Billy never liked to see anyone
cry, so his wish to be cremated and have no services was
granted. We will always remember
his big heart and the jokester he was. His memory will live
on in the hearts of those who
loved him. Rest easy Wild Bill. The family would like to express our deepest
gratitude to Good Shepherd Hospice for their excellent care.
Billy Is preceded in death by his
daughter Lacey Danielle and parents, Bob and Elise Penn.
He leaves behind his wife of 29
years; Annetta Penn, children; Bryan (Candy), Billy Jr (Brianna),
Dustin, Caley, Lexie and Shelbey,
step-son; Chris (Tommi), ten grandchildren, five step-
grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, six step-great grandchildren, two brothers; Bobby and Scotty Penn, one sister; Kathy Johnson, and by his buddy “Sammy” a multi-colored cockapoo.
