Billy “Dwayne” Aikens, 66, of Fredonia, Alabama, passed away on July 2, 2026, at his residence. He was born in Chambers County, Alabama, on October 26, 1959, to Alma Lois Aikens and the late Billy Dean Aikens.

He was a member of Fredonia Methodist Church.

Dwayne was retired from the textile industry. He enjoyed playing guitar and pickin’ and grinnin’ with his musician friends in the community, and he wrote several songs. Dwayne also enjoyed talking on his ham radio, call sign K4BOA.

Dwayne is survived by his wife, Gaye Ennis Aikens, daughter, Tina (Corey) Vial of Nebraska, stepson, David Long of South Carolina, mother, Alma Lois Aikens of Lanett, sister, Loretta Smith of LaFayette, grandchildren; Aiden and Helena Vial.

He was preceded in death by his father, and stepson, Mike Long.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at 2:00 pm CST/3 pm EST at Fredonia Methodist Church, 6240 CO Rd 222 Five Points, Al 36855 with Reverend Jason Roberts officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1:00 – 2:00 pm CST / 2:00 – 3:00 pm EST at the church, prior to the service.

Jeff Jones Funeral Home, LaFayette, Al