Billy Edward Little, age 79, of Florida, originally from Crossville, Tennessee, passed away February 9, 2020. Survivors include his wife of 54 years: Carolyn; daughter: Melanie Hudson (Jamie); and granddaughters: Amber and Charlotte Hudson. Bill was born on March 6, 1940 in Crossville, Tennessee to Ruth Boswell Little and Ed Clancy Little. He was one of twelve children and is survived by four of his siblings. After graduating from Homestead High School, he moved to Baltimore, Maryland where he worked as a ship welder. Bill always had an entrepreneurial spirit and began his business in 1969, moving with his family to Jacksonville, Florida and purchasing a service station and garage. He continued to successfully grow this business until his retirement. A memorial service will be held Saturday February 15, 2020 at 4 p.m. eastern at Craig Funeral Home (1475 Old Dixie Highway, St. Augustine, FL). Those who so desire may make memorial donations in memory of Bill to Community Hospice (4266 Sunbeam Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32256).