According to his World War II Draft Registration Card dated April 24, 1946. His serial number was 879, his full name was Billy Joe Culler, and his address was 505 Julian Avenue, Thomsville, Davidson County, North Carolina, his age at the time was 18, he was born April 24, 1928 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He was listed as employed by J. A. Jones Construction Company, Julian Avenue, Thomasville, North Carolina. He listed his mother, Nancy, as some one who would always know his address. Austin was listed as a white male, his height was 6' and his weight 182 lbs, blue eyes, brown hair, and he was ruddy complexion. He signed his name as Billy Joe Culler.

Billy Joe Culler, 95, of Kernersville, passed away Sunday, July 2, 2023, at his home. Born April 24, 1928, in Forsyth County to the late George Clavey Culler and the late Nancy Reece Culler. Billy was in the United States Army then worked as a shipping clerk at Patrician Furniture Company. He was a member of Gospel Way Baptist Church, loved NASCAR, collected clocks, NASCAR memorabilia, spending time with his family, telling stories, camping, and being with his church family.
He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Claire Parsons Culler; son, Steve Culler (Alicia); daughter, Angie Idol (Dale); brother-n-law, David Parsons; grandchildren, Chris Ester (Brianna), Bradley Ester, Stephanie Culler, and William Culler; great grandchild, Cheyanna Culler; and several nieces, nephews, and other family members. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Bobby Culler.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 PM Monday, July 10, 2023, at Gospel Way Baptist Church with Pastor Danny McMahan and Pastor Rick Vestal officiating. Burial will follow in Floral Garden Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM until 7:30 PM Sunday, at Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point. Wright Funeral-Cremations, High Point is in charge of arrangements.