November 25, 2022
Jeremy Aaron Bilbrey age 48 of Smithville passed away Monday, November 21, 2022, at his residence. Jeremy was born November 18, 1974, to his parents, Mark Bilbrey and Deborah Cooper Alexander. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by grandparents, Clarence and Cola Dean Bilbrey, Jim and Elizabeth Cooper; brother, BJ Bilbrey. Jeremy was a construction worker. Jeremy was known for his big heart and ready smile. He would gladly share whatever he had with anyone, and never knew a stranger. He will truly be missed by his family and friends. Jeremy leaves to cherish his memory, 2 daughters, Kimberly Bilbrey of Smithville and Kay De’Anna Bilbrey of Sparta; 2 sons, Malakai Bilbrey and Kristian Bilbrey both of Sparta; grandchildren, Collin, Caysen, Oaklynn, Maddux, Myles, Bodi and soon arriving Brixton; father, Mark Bilbrey of Florida; Deborah Alexander of Kansas; sister, Brandi Bathon of Kansas; 2 brothers, Dustin Bilbrey of Tennessee and Jason Key of Arkansas. The family has honored Jeremy’s request to be cremated and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date and will be announced. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.