BILLY EARL JOHN was born on February 23, 1958, in Dallas, Texas, to Nathaniel James John, Sr. and Genevie John.

Billy Earl attended school in the Dallas Independent School District.

Billy Earl worked various jobs during his young adult life until his health became a factor.

Billy Earl is preceded in death by his parents, Nathaniel James John, Sr. and Genevie (John) Paris, and two brothers, Paul Edward John and Nathaniel James John, Jr., Edward John, Jr.

Billy Earl leaves to cherish his memory niece Paula John Hunt, nephew Mark Earl John, a special cousin, Tommy Rayson, aunts, uncles, and a host of other relatives and friends