Sexton, William 87 years of Columbia, KY  an a native Blount Co. Tennessee passed away surrounded by his family and friends on Monday  November 13, 2017 in Kentucky

He was a Korean War veteran serving as a paratrooper  and he also loved his airboats, fishing and hunting

Survivors include his longtime companion Anna Joy Chaffin, Columbus, Ohio

Sons:   William Sexton Jr. of  Louisville,  TN

Steve Allen Sexton of Detroit Michigan

Two Daughters: Mary Ann Sliger of Maryville, TN

Dottie Lynn Hunter Lady Lake,  Florida

One sister: Pauline Cole of  Knoxville, TN

7 Grandchildren  and preceded in death by one great grandchild Caleb Chambers

Special friends John & Jean Ann Weis of Columbia, KY

A military memorial service will be held at the Ballard's Chapel Cemetery in Louisville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at  12:00 PM

Stotts –Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, Columbia, KY  in charge of local arrangements  www.stottsphelpsmcquearyfh.com