Obituaries

BEALE, William Herbert (Billy)

Billy bounded into this world on June 27, 1965 and his journey ended on April 12, 2020. He is survived by the love of his life, Monica, his loving mother, Barbatha Beale, predeceased by his father Herbert Beale and he leaves behind his sister, Shauneen (Glenn) Hicks , his brother Leonard Beale, nieces Jennifer (Kendell), Kelly, Jessica, Stevie Lynn, nephews Daryl (Amy) and Joshua. Great nieces Celina and Arabella, great nephews, Nolan, Wyatt, Weston and Dillon and many relatives.

When Billy was two years old he was hit by a drunk driver and suffered with a brain injury and some mental disabilities his whole life. Often singled out and misunderstood but very bright he still enjoyed life; fixing his Galaxy 500 and 69 Mustang Fastback, riding his Keystone mini-bike, driving around our acre in Dad’s Fargo truck, swimming, sweets, guinea pigs, and telling stories. Billy rescued a little bird once and when its wing healed he took it outside for a test fly. The little bird flew off and Billy ran down the road calling after it. Billy loved with his whole heart, his family and his furry friends and we loved him but finding peace among the storm of brain injury is often very difficult for all.

On Easter Sunday Billy’s body grew tired, he stopped breathing and went home to our Lord. Billy never forgot anyone and loved talking about old times, he will never be forgotten. If you want to remember Billy, please do something nice for someone struggling with mental illness; they do not choose to be ill.

Condolence Messages

May 18, 2020
May he rest in peace!

Verne Bullock
Apr 21, 2020
What a great picture of your brother Shauneen. My family sends our thoughts and prayers to yours. - Erinn Aarts
Apr 20, 2020
Barb, my sincerest condolences.

Gary Bullock
Apr 19, 2020
I am so sorry for the passing of Bill. I worked where Bill was and I spent many hours sitting and talking with him. He was a lovely person full of kindness and he genuinely cared about people and their struggles. He had a good sense of humour and many times would offer words of encouragement to someone who was down. I truly will never forget the time I spent with him either helping him with his chores or just hanging out. Heaven gained another angel. Lorna King, Penticton, BC.
Apr 18, 2020
I was so sorry and sad to hear this news. What a shock. So many fond childhood memories of Billy and all the antics we got up to. He was such a sweetie and incredibly smart working with mechanics. And boy did he love to tease his older sister. Shauneen, my condolences to you, your Mom and family. Sending love and hugs.

Denine Arbour
Apr 17, 2020
So sorry he had to go as he was smart in his own way and I will miss him as I loved him very much. He will always have a place in my heart. Larry Materi
Apr 17, 2020
As a child, my first love, first kiss... and of course a fearless dirt bike rider.

Rest in peace my lovely boy, you're always in my heart.

Loretta Farrell
Apr 16, 2020
So sorry to hear of your loss Barb, thinking of you. My love and prayers for you and your family at this time.

Ramona Allison-Heinrich
Apr 16, 2020
Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time. We remember Billy and your family. Ray and Christina Schilling( neighbours on 239 th Street.)
Apr 16, 2020
I am sad to hear about my cousin Bill, always remember him to have slick hair and a genuine smile. I wish I could have spent more time with all my cousins and family . Now Bill can be with his dad , who was my godfather. Life is too short. R.I.P , we will meet again someday . ...........Sherry-Lee Materi
Apr 15, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of this sad news! May he rest in peace and be " Dancing in the sky" with his Dad and loved ones up in heaven! Love and hugs to the family. Our sincere Condolences ,Sherry and Geoff Clarke.
Apr 15, 2020
Shauneen although I never met Billy in person your beautiful words makes it sound

like we new him. My sincerest condolences to you and your Family. Steve Brown
Apr 15, 2020
Our deepest sympathy. Kurt & Sandy Bohn
Apr 15, 2020
Sorry to all of. you for your loss. Louise and Dwight.
Apr 15, 2020
Very sad news.sending my condolences. love Allan Beale.
Apr 15, 2020
So sorry for your great great loss Barb I think of you often!! I remember you always talking about Bill he was a terrific son. Love and hugs to you.

Terry Wiens

Keremeos lab
Apr 15, 2020
Will never forget our last conversation Hope U r now truly at peace with the Lord?? Love n will miss U Xoxoox

Cousin Kimmy:)
Apr 15, 2020
Shauneen, my heart breaks for you and your family with the loss of your brother. My sincerest condolences.

Pat York
Apr 15, 2020
Shauneen and family, from Claire and William Mastop, please accept our condolences.