PITTSFIELD, Mass. — William J. Beals, 74, of Pittsfield passed away on March 28, 2017. 

Born on February 19, 1943 in Pittsfield, he was the son of the late Earl and Grace Peaslee Beals. 

He enjoyed bowling and watching wrestling on television. 

He leaves his children, Frederick Beals, Dustin Beals, Pamala Burns, Annette Dunbar, Rusty Beals, Larry Magorian, Vincent Magorian, Terri Bentz and Janet Beals; his sister, Linda Astore; his uncle, Douglas Peaslee; his former wife, Frederica "Teddy" Beals Beaudin; and many grandchildren. 

He was predeceased by his wife, the late Elizabeth Alexander Knox Beals; and by his brother, Robert E. Beals.

Funeral notice: At Mr. Beals request there are no calling hours or services. Burial will be private. The Dery Funeral Home, 54 Bradford St. Pittsfield, Mass., is handling arrangements.