We are saddened to say on December 23,2025 our beloved hero, father, brother, grandpa, and friend William Claude Patty Jr., better known as Billy- Cracky passed away in his sleep from a broken heart. When his wife the love of his life over 40 years passed away in January of this year. William is preceded in death by Christine Jaon Mokus- Patty, his wife and daughter Diane Svetich. He is survived by daughters Deborah Smith, Darlene Taylor (Kurtis Taylor), son Steven Zisk (Melissa Zisk), grandchildren Amanda Napier (Cody Napier) Kendra Mclaughlin (Taylor Mclaughlin), Kamron Taylor, and many more grandchildren, sisters Sandra Donahue, Christine Martin, Diana Aycocke, stepsister Kim Boehlein, numerous nieces and nephews Rusty and Justin Aycocke, Tammy Jaquay and Kim Robbins. Bill was a member of the Navy and Cost Guard. He will be forever remembered as a great hero and friend to very many. He will be truly missed. The family will hold a memorial service on a later date. Arrangements made by Miller Funeral Home 915 W. Broadway Maryville TN 37801.