Billy Dean "Bill" Swope, 87 of Warrensburg, Missouri, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, Missouri.

Bill was born on August 18, 1938, in Johnson County, Missouri, to Charles and Della (Graves) Swope. After graduating from high school in Warrensburg, he began a career in construction, working for a short time in several states.

In March 1959, Bill married Patsy Marr in Oklahoma. The couple later made their home in Warrensburg, where Bill founded Swope Construction. He operated the business for more than 50 years and became well known throughout the community.

Bill was an avid fisherman who especially enjoyed spending time at Truman Lake. He also liked playing cards and, above all, cherished time with his family.

Survivors include his wife: Patsy Swope; sons: Gary Swope; Matthew Swope; grandchildren: Brian; Samantha; Clifford; Abby; Jami; 9 great grandchildren; and sister: Katie.  He is preceded in death by his parents: Charles and Della Swope; son: Billy Swope; great grandson: Collin Swope; and his six siblings.

There are no services scheduled at this time.

Arrangements are entrusted to Williams Funeral Chapel in Warrensburg.