Lillian Ann Rheney

Lillian Ann Rheney, a devoted follower of Christ, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 28, 2026, at the age of 86.

Early Life & MarriageAnn was born on September 23, 1939, in Sweetwater, Texas, to the late Raymond B. Billings and Edwina Wingo. She spent her teenage and young adult years in Dallas, Texas, a city that would forever hold a special place in her heart. It was there that she met the absolute love of her life, Joseph L. Rheney. The two were wed in 1965, embarking on a beautiful journey of partnership and devotion that lasted until Joe's passing.

A Beautiful JourneyIn 1971, Ann and Joe welcomed their only son, Chris, and enjoyed time spent with the Billings and Loudermilk extended families. In 1978, the family relocated to Fairmont, West Virginia. Ann embraced life in West Virginia, spending 36 wonderful years building deep church and community roots, cultivating lifelong friendships, and filling her home with warmth and hospitality. In 2014, she and Joe returned to her home state of Texas, settling in San Antonio to be near Chris and Beth in order to care for Joe in his declining health.

Her Passions and HeartTo know Ann was to love her. She possessed a rare, radiant warmth and was the kind of person who could become your newest close friend just moments after meeting you. Her lifelong passion was sharing God's love with others, and she dedicated much of her life to deeply studying and teaching the Word of God.

When she wasn't ministering to others or spending time with family, Ann expressed her sharp mind and vibrant creativity through her favorite hobbies:

Interior Design: Creating beautiful, welcoming spaces for those she loved.Genealogy: Unlocking and preserving her family's rich history and stories.Reading: Remaining a lifelong learner with a book always nearby.

Family & LegacyAnn was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph L. Rheney; and her parents. Her legacy of love, faith, and kindness lives on through her family.She is survived by, her son, Chris Rheney and his wife, Beth, of San Antonio, TX; her grandchildren, Matt Rheney and wife Emiley, Alex Rheney, Katie Rheney, and Kara Rheney; her brothers, David Billings, Jimmy Billings, Terry Billings and wife Sharon; her nieces and nephews, Melanie, Jennifer, Jonathan, Lauren, Benjamin and Patrick; and her cousins, Gary Loudermilk and wife Beth, Melissa Jones and David Muth"Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: 'Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.'" — Proverbs 31:28-29Ann's grace, infectious friendship, and unwavering faith will be deeply missed but forever celebrated by all who had the privilege of knowing her.Celebration of Life Service will be held Sunday, 12 July 3pm at Porter Loring North, 2102 N Loop 1604 E. San Antonio, TX 78232. To view the service click here https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/c26077523900920Flowers in her favorite colors of yellow, peach & pink or ferns are appreciated. Donations in lieu of flowers are requested for Chestnut Mountain Boys Ranch at http://cmrwv.org