Billy Joe Gray, age 59, of Friendsville, passed away Friday, October 1, 2021.  Preceded in death by his wife, Cynthia Kay Gray; parents, Frank Gray and Naomi Gray Fann; and brother, David Gray.  Survivors include son, Billy Joe Gray Jr. and wife, Erica Gray; daughters, Rebecca Knight, Samantha and husband, Ulises Reyna, Davina and husband Zack Amos; 5 grandchildren; brother, Frank Gray; sisters, Julia Hillman, Darlene Langley, and Emma Sclarfani and husband Mark; brother and sister in law, Scott and Pam Lawson, and several nieces and nephews.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Miller Funeral Home to help with expenses.  Family and friends will meet 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 15, 2021 at Morganton Acres Cemetery for graveside service and interment.  Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, Maryville (865) 982-6041, www.millerfuneralhome.org