Billie Jo
Means


March 2, 1937 - October 16, 2020

Billie Jo Means, age 83, of Muscle Shoals, passed away October 16, 2020. Her family will receive friends at the graveside at Colbert Memorial Gardens on Monday, October 19, from 11:00 a.m. until noon.

Billie Jo was preceded in death by her husband, Julian Means, and her parents, Granville and Ruby Hovater.

Survivors include her children, Ricky Means, Jeff Means, and Juliee Kolar and husband, Robert; grandchildren, Joanna Means, Michelle Means, Lexie Kolar, Ryan Kolar and Josh Means; 7 great-grandchildren; and brother, James Stanley Hovater (Deborah).

Billie Jo was a beautician for 32 years, owning and operating the Cut and Curl Salon in Muscle Shoals. After retirement, she was a sitter for the elderly. She was constantly giving of herself.   She was a loving mother and grandmother. She also enjoyed bowling and playing bunco with her friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Childrens’ Research Hospital.



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8 Comments on “Billie Jo Means”

  1. I’m so heartbroken to hear this news. I didn’t know your Mother very long but I loved her. I’m praying for each of you during this sad time.

    My Love to each of you,
    Sue Lee Bland

  2. BJ, her laugh was contagious and the most beautiful smile! You will be missed! Love and Prayers to the family! So sorry for you loss!

  3. Thoughts and prayers to all the family. The world has lost a true angel. BJ was the most caring and big hearted lady we have ever known. We are so blessed and thankful we got to call her a best friend . We will always miss her and treasure our wonderful memories .
    She will be missed by many. May God be with all the family during this sad time.

  4. What a wonderful long-time friend! I have such beautiful memories of so many of our “escapades”. My heart goes out to the family. Many prayers will be going up for each of you as you adjust to life without our beautiful, fun-loving Billie Jo.

    1. Our family is blessed with the love and memories of our beautiful friend Billie Jo. She cared for my mother (Louise Bowling) like she would have cared for her own mother. My heart is breaking but I know without a doubt she is with the Love of her life (Julian). Julie, Jeff, & Ricky y’all are in my prayers. Your mother was a true friend to me!

  5. Ricky so sorry to hear about your mother. She was such a nice lady. When I would see her, she always gave an update on her children. We will be praying for you and your family during this difficult time.

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