Obituaries

Celebrating the Life & Legacy Of BILLY JOE POOLE SR.

Billy Joe Poole Sr. was born on August 2, 1948 to the late John Johnson and Arlena Poole. At an early age Billy Joe Poole Sr. joined Duncan Memorial Church Of God and Christ, under the leadership of Bishop L.C. Duncan.
He attended Phyllis Wheatley High School in Fifth Ward, of Houston Texas. Billy would later go on to pursue his higher education at University of Houston and Texas Southern University. He obtained his Certificate of Business from Massey Business College & his Telecommunication Certificate from ITT Technical Institute.
In 1973 Billy Joe Poole Sr. married the love of his life, Shirley Ann Newton. They later had three beautiful children Shulon Saunders, Neteiko Walker, & Billy Joe Poole Jr. The family relocated from Houston to Bryan, TX where they joined The Greater Tabernacle Baptist Church, under the leadership of the late Pastor D.N. Jones. During this time is where his relationship with God was completely affirmed.
In 2001 he served as a Member of the Church’s Rebuilding Committee, after the church was destroyed by an unexpected fire. Billy was dedicated and wore many hats at church; the list includes an Usher, Ordained Deacon – May 21, 1995, Member of the Finance Committee, Church Trustee, President of the Brotherhood, Member of the Men’s Choir, Sunday School Teacher, and finally the Sunday School Superintendent.
 Billy Joe Poole Sr was a highly skilled craftsman and a jack of all trades. He worked at Dynacon Oceaneering for over 20+ years, as a master fabricator and welder. In 2004, he started his own successful company- B-Shi Excavation. It was very important to build a strong foundation for his family, and he wanted to ensure his legacy would live for generations to come. During his lifetime, Billy was a trusting advisor & mentor to many individuals who trusted and admired him. 
He took pride in being a part of the prison system’s reform program, where he did motivational speaking to uplift the incarcerated. He was also a member of the Carver Kemp Neighborhood Association.
Billy Joe Poole Sr. was the Patriarch of his family. He leaves to cherish his precious memories; his devoted wife Shirley Poole of 47 years. His 2 sisters Joyce Marie Mitchell, and Bobby Ruth Carter. His children Shulon Saunders of Cypress, TX. Neteiko Walker (Steven) of Katy, TX. Billy Joe Poole Jr (LaToya) of Humble, TX. Along with 7 grandchildren, whom he Absolutely LOVED & ADORED – Laundyn Walker, Briayah Poole, Tera Saunders, Emmry Poole, Michael Saunders, Hayden Poole, and Markel Poole, “who were always on their Popu’ s team”, no matter what! 3 step-grandchildren Lexis, Ariyon, and Jada. Lastly, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, & friends, whom he also held near & dear to his heart. Billy Joe Poole Sr was blessed to have his family by his side.

Funeral Services

Saturday, January 16, 2021
11:00 AM

Celebration: Bryan City Cemetery
1111 North Texas Avenue
Bryan, TX 77803

Burial: Pleasant Hill Cemetery
2530 Pleasant Hill Rd.
Bryan, TX 77807