Billy Sherill

Crume

Billy Sherill Crume, age 91, of Caneyville, KY, passed away Tuesday, (November 10, 2026) at Grayson Nursing and Rehabilitation.

He was born on May 21, 1935, in Pine Knob, KY, the son of the late Ernest and Essie Edwards Crume.

He retired from Major’s Trucking where he was a Truck Driver for many years. He later continued his career in public service as a Deputy Jailer at Grayson County Detention Center, where he served until his retirement. He was also dedicated to serving his community as the District 2 Magistrate for the Caneyville area, a position he held for several terms. Outside of work and public service, he enjoyed farming and raising cattle.

He is survived by his companion of 40 years, Sandra Arnold Beasley of Caneyville; one son, Darrel Crume of Caneyville; one grandson, Dustin Crume (Natalie) of Rockfield; three great-grandchildren Cooper, Griffin and Hadley Crume; one nephew, Mike Stone of Olaton; two nieces Trina Gillim (Jamie) of Phillpot and Diane Edwards (Will) of Owensboro.

Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Barbara Stone and a brother-in law, Clifford Stone.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, (November 18, 2026) at the Dermitt Funeral Home in Leitchfield. Burial will be in the McGrady Creek Cemetery.

Visitation will be at the Dermitt Funeral Home from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday and from 9:00 a.m. Wednesday until time of services.