Billie Jo Combs

Billie Jo Combs, age 34, of Salem, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7, 2025, in Salem, IL. She was born on September 9, 1990, in Centralia, to Joseph Allen Combs and Donna Mae Hesson.

Billie is lovingly remembered by her mother, Donna Hesson and friend, Earl Bossler. She is also survived by her siblings, Ryan Drake and his wife Abby, and Elizabeth Leckrone; her aunt, Jennifer Combs; her uncle, Harold Combs and his wife Mary; as well as her beloved nieces and nephews, Leland, Lawson, Lyle, and Margot. Additionally, she is survived by her cousins, Tyler and Casey, and her stepfather, Wayne Hesson.

She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Allen Combs.

Billie had a bright spirit and enjoyed spending quality time with her family and friends. She had a passion for drawing and loved engaging in various craft projects, which brought joy to her life and those around her.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Nordike Funeral Home in Carlyle. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Centralia.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM until the time of services on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Nordike Funeral Home in Carlyle.

Memorials made in memory of Billie are suggested to her family, with checks made payable to Ryan Drake.