Billy Buchanan

Billy Ray Buchanan, age 75, of Waco, passed away early Friday morning, July 24, 2026 at Ascension Providence Hospital in Waco

A rosary will be recited 6:00 p.m. Wednesday at Aderhold Funeral Home Chapel, followed by visitation until 8:00 p.m. A Graveside Service be held 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 30, 2026 at St. Martin's Cemetery in Tours with Rev. Walter Dhanwar officiating.

Billy Buchanan was born on March 18, 1951, in Hillsboro to Marcus and Alice (Copeland) Buchanan. He graduated from Aquilla High School with the Class of 1970. On November 17, 1973, he married Lea Ann Kasberg at St. Martin's Catholic Church in Tours, beginning a marriage that spanned more than five decades. A devoted member of St. Martin's Catholic Church, Billy generously shared his time in service to his parish as a member of the St. Martin's Parish Council and the Tours Hall Board. He was also a member of RVOS Marek Lodge No. 47. Billy spent 24 years as a salesman with Martin Linen Supply before beginning the next chapter of his career at Richard Karr Motors. There, he became a familiar face, valuing the friendships he made and the relationships he built over the years. He took pride in helping people and remained with Richard Karr Motors until his retirement in 2010. Nothing brought Billy greater happiness than being with his family. He treasured every opportunity to spend time with his children, grandchildren, and great-granddaughter, creating memories they will forever hold dear. Outside of family, he had a passion for powerlifting, both as a competitor and as a respected judge at powerlifting competitions, where he enjoyed encouraging athletes and supporting the sport he loved.

Billy is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Bobby Buchanan; sisters, Fay Ward and Doris Reames; and sister-in-law, Nancy Kasberg.

Survivors include his beloved spouse of 52 years, Lea Ann Buchanan of Waco; children, Jennifer Gillen and husband Gary and Jeff Buchanan and wife Melissa; grandchildren, Faith Sherrill; Morgan Stevens and husband Blake, Brooklyn Buchanan, and Blake Buchanan; great-granddaughter, Lillian Stevens; brother, Benny Buchanan and wife Heidi; brother-in-law, Mike Kasberg; sister-in-law, Paula Kapavik and husband Steve; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers are Stephen Kasberg, Greg Kasberg, Kolt Kapavik, Mike Kasberg, Mark Buchanan, and Jon Inlay. Honorary pallbearers are his grandchildren, Faith, Morgan, Brooklyn, and Blake.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Martin's Cemetery Association.