Joshua Ramon Billie

Joshua Ramon Billie, age 43, formerly of Gering, Nebraska, passed away suddenly during a brief illness, on October 18, 2026, in Sakaka, Saudi Arabia, where he was employed with Boeing/Saudi Arabia. His Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, November 20, 2026, at Christ the King Catholic Church in Gering, with Fr. Gerald Harr as Celebrant. Burial will follow at West Lawn Cemetery in Gering. The United States Air Force and Gering American Legion Post 36 Honor Guard will provide military honors. Recitation of the Rosary and vigil services will begin at 4:00 p.m. and conclude at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at Reverence Funeral Parlor in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Memorials may be made in care of Stanley Billie Jr. The Rosary and Mass will be livestreamed and recorded on Joshua’s obituary page, viewable at www.reverencefuneralparlor.com.

Joshua was born in Scottsbluff, on January 25, 1983, to Stanley Jr. and Tina (Garcia) Billie. Joshua was involved in Boy Scouts during his childhood and became only the second Native American Eagle Scout in Troop 17. He graduated from Gering High School with the class of 2001.

Soon after graduating, Joshua began his military career by enlisting in the United States Air Force in 2002. He completed basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, followed by technical training at Keesler Air Force Base. He was then stationed at Royal Air Force Lakenheath in England, where he proudly served for six years.

During his military service, Joshua specialized as an Avionics Test Station and Component Craftsman, working with F-15 avionics systems (2A071A). His dedication and technical expertise earned him numerous military honors, including the Air Force Achievement Medal, Meritorious Unit Award, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with three oak leaf clusters, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Air Force Longevity Service Award, USAF NCO Professional Military Education Graduate Ribbon, Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon (Rifle), and Air Force Training Ribbon. Joshua was honorably discharged in November 2008.

His connection to military service and aviation continued long after his active-duty years. Joshua transitioned into contract work, and his professional journey took him to Atomic Avionics in Africa, Boeing assignments in Riyadh and Doha, Qatar, and eventually to Sakaka, Saudi Arabia, where he was working at the time of his passing.

Joshua embraced the opportunity to travel and experience different parts of the world. He continued his educational pursuits in 2021 by attending the College of Southern Nevada and made many lasting friendships while residing in Las Vegas.

Joshua had a tremendous relationship with God and was dedicated to his faith. His family knew that whenever they gathered around the table for a meal, Joshua would be the one to lead the prayer. He encouraged everyone to have a relationship with God and prayed with everyone.

He was a thrill seeker and always found adventure wherever he was, whether it be skydiving in Las Vegas, four-wheel driving in the desert in Riyadh, exploring the hidden nooks of Sweden and Ireland, and fishing in San Diego and the Persian Gulf. Joshua took pride in restoring his ‘64 Impala and cruising around in it. He had the biggest smile, and that smile matched his unforgettable humor. He was funny, and especially entertaining when attempting karaoke! He loved to laugh, was generous, kind, a strong leader, and very articulate. He will be deeply missed.

Survivors include his beloved parents, Stanley and Tina; sister, Stantina; nephew, Isaiah, Mauricio; nieces, Adriana, Savannah, and Lillian; great nieces, Merlina, Nelia, and Analeia, and a niece on the way; great-nephew, Elias; uncles and aunts, Richard Jr. (Ramona), Janet, Leroy (Barb), Barb, Elvis (Eva), Sonia, Tracy (Terry), Micheal (JoAnn), Thomas (Prescilla), Regina (Michael), Lynn, Robert (Mary), Julie (Bobby), Mark (Jenny), Liezell, Chenera, and Vashti; along with many other extended family members and dear friends.

Joshua was preceded in death by his grandparents, Stanley Sr. and Gladys Billie, and Richard and MaryEllen Garcia; as well as other family members, Joe Billie, David Billie, Broderick Billie, Jimmy Billie, Willfred Billie, Franke E Billie, Johnny Garcia, Freddy Garcia, Miles Ramon Palomo, Frankie Danielle Palomo, and Jason (Bubby) McConell.