William "Bill" Edward Beam, 77, of Ocala, FL, passed away Oct. 14, 2018. Bill was born to Glen and Ethel Beam in Lima, Ohio on March 31,1941.

Bill traveled the world and was an avid FSU fan. He obtained a pilot's license and enjoyed flying. Bill also was an accomplished singer and guitarist with the band The Comets.

Professionally, he was the Material Control Manager for Skyline Corp. for more than 40 years.

Bill is survived by his wife of 42 years, Laura; daughter, Leah (Paul); son, Michael (Kara); son, Christopher (Christine); grandchildren, Nicole and William.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, October 20, 2018 from 1 pm to 3 pm, at Baldwin Brothers Heritage Chapel, 11250 S.W. 93 ^rd Ct Rd. Suite #300, Ocala, FL 34481.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that you would make a donation in Bill's name to the American Heart Association.