He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Patricia; his son, Larry; and his daughters, Charlotte DeLozier and Donna Stephens. He is also survived by his stepchildren, Michael, Kenneth, and David Soreano; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and his brother, Jerry Beeler, and sister, Judy Hutchison.
William was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Edward; and his grandson, Denim.
Friends and family will gather to celebrate and honor his life on Friday, September 11, 2026 at Berry Highland Memorial for an 11am graveside followed by a reception at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Cokesbury United Methodist Church Choir or Amedisys Hospice of Knoxville, in honor of William D. Beeler.