Billy L New

March 18, 1939 - May 4, 2019

Frankfort – A Celebration of Life for Billy L. New, 80, will be held at Buffalo Trace Clubhouse on Wednesday, May 15, 2019, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Mr. New passed away Saturday, May 4, 2019, in Lexington. A native of Frankfort, he was born March 18, 1939, the son of Alvin and Gladys Lawrence New. He was united in marriage to his beloved wife Sharon Kay Rach New for 57 years. Billy retired as a branch manager with the Department of Finance, Kentucky State Government. He was a machinist by trade and most often could be found in his shop restoring cars and trucks. After the restoration work, he enjoyed buying, selling and showing the vehicles. He was an outdoorsman and looked forward to fishing and boating. In addition to his wife, Sharon, he is survived by his sons, Anthony New and Steven New. He was blessed to be “Grandaddy” to Whitney Claire New, Laydon New and Cason New. Billy was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Alvin Gene New and a sister, Betty Louise Hunt. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to Bluegrass Hospice Care. Arrangements are under the direction of Harrod Brothers Funeral Home.