Lt. William "Billy" Narretto

Lt. William "Billy" Narretto

William "Billy" Narretto peacefully gained his angel wings on Monday, February 27, 2023 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, Louisiana, surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness.  He was born on July 7, 1955 in Hammond, Louisiana to the late, Doris and John Narretto Sr.  Billy started his career in Law Enforcement at Tangipahoa Parish Sheriffs Office in 1975 until 1978, then joined Hammond Police Department, where he retired in 2004, with over 26 years of experience as a Lieutenant. After retiring from Hammond Police Department he worked from 2005 until the time of his passing, where he proudly served as Chief Bailiff for the Tangipahoa Parish Courthouse. Lieutenant Narretto's law enforcement career spanned more than 4 decades in which he loved every minute protecting his community. He was known for his big heart, great leadership skills, positive attitude and overall wonderful personality that was loved by all who knew him. Billy also enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cards, bingo, and his cup of coffee with friends.  Billy may have been large in stature but he was a teddy bear at heart and made a huge impact in all the lives he touched.  He was a huge family man, who loved spending time with his family and friends making lasting memories they will treasure forever.

He is survived by his wife and soul mate of 40 years, Connie Mike Narretto; beautiful daughters, Julia Meredith and husband Nick, Ida Narretto; precious grandchildren, Tory and Jenna Meredith; siblings, John V. Narretto Jr. and wife Sue, Dennis Overton Narretto, and Colleen Schaerer; brother and sisters-in-law, Joseph Mike III, Kimberly Sumrall and husband Randy, Vicky Mike; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and his beloved pets.

Preceding him in death are his parents, Doris and John Narretto Sr.; sister, Barbara Narretto; and his grandparents, Willie and Ethel Narretto, and Gilbert and Myrtis Carrier.

Family and friends are invited to attend the visitation on Friday, March 3, 2023 at Old Zion Hill Baptist Church in Independence, Louisiana from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.  Visitation will resume on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 a.m.  Pastor Gary Dennis will officiate the services with interment to follow in Narretto Cemetery in Loranger, Louisiana.  Tangipahoa Parish Sheriffs Office will serve as Pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation be made to American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741 or online at <https://donate3.cancer.org/?campaign=honormemorialbutton&giftType=hon&_ga=2.241031491.1930048169.1677615970-709718671.1677615969>.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home.