William “Billy Jack” Luther Jefferson, Jr., 71, passed peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, surrounded by loved ones at the Shenandoah Center in Charles Town.
Billy Jack was born on June 7, 1952, in Morgantown, son to the late William “Snookie” L. Jefferson Sr. and Norma Jean (Seals) Jefferson.
Billy Jack loved spending time with those closest to him. He was a loyal fan of the WVU Mountaineers and Pittsburgh Steelers. Family gatherings were always a special time for William, who loved to clean and cook chitlins. He was always excited for those Jefferson family Thanksgivings, knowing chitlins would be part of the feast. His kind smile was infectious.
After attending University High School, William worked at Foodland and then Hayhurst Landscaping for many years.
Billy Jack was blessed with a large and loving family. He is survived by his son and his family, William “BJ” Jefferson, companion Savanah Barnett, and their children, Legend Jefferson and Blakelyn Jefferson of Morgantown. Also left to cherish his memory are his beloved brother, Bartley Jefferson, Scottsdale, Pa.; and adoring sister, Cynthia Proctor and her husband, Mitchell Proctor, Charles Town; and half-sister, Vera Younger, Morgantown; and long-time love of his heart, former wife, Sharon Boyers (Jefferson), Morgantown. Additional survivors include many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Along with his parents, Billy Jack is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Charles and Minerva Morgan; maternal grandparents, Jack and Mazie Seals; two infant siblings, Brenda Joyce and David Lee; his brother, Charles “Chuck” Jefferson and his wife, Tina Jefferson; and brother, Derrick Jefferson.
Family and friends will gather at Fred L. Jenkins Chapel of Prayer from 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28, until the time of services at 1 p.m. with Pastor Jeremy Thomas officiating. Cremation will follow, and the family will hold a private inurnment ceremony at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes contributions to help cover final expenses. If you would like to make a donation in memory of William “Billy Jack” Luther Jefferson, Jr., please visit his memorial page at www.fredjenkinsfuneralhome.com.
