William "Bill" P. Beck

William “Bill” P. Beck, 66, Wausau, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, following a brief illness.

He was born September 12, 1956 in Wausau, son of the late Raymond and Elnora (Otto) Beck.  On August 6, 1976, he married the love of his life, Susan Buedding in Wausau.

Bill was a truck mechanic most of his working years at various businesses in the area, retiring with 35 years at Wisconsin Public Service.

Bill had a smile and laugh that lit up a room.  He was always the life of the party.  Everyone just loved talking with him.

Being a “Unique hobbyist” was an understatement.  The many projects over the years built of both wood and metal were unbelievable.

Besides his hobbies, spending time in the woods during Maple Syrup season, summer at the cottage, and the Edgar Steam Engine Show each year were his favorite pastimes.

Bill loved his pug dogs he had throughout the years.  All of them were spoiled to the max and went everywhere he went, even to breakfast Saturday mornings for a sausage biscuit at McDonalds.

Bill’s whole world was his family, especially the time spent with his granddaughter Ruby.  Throughout his life Bill touched the lives of many people.  He had a heart of gold and would give you the shirt off his back, never wanting anything in return.  He really was a one of a kind.  He will be missed forever and always.

Besides his parents, he was proceeded in death by two siblings, Roger Beck and Sandy Sippl,  mother and father in law Wilbert and Leona Buedding; sister in law Lori Buedding, two brother in laws John Buedding and Jeff Felver; nephew Daniel Beck, and great nephew Casey DeSombre.

Survivors include his wife Susan Beck; his daughter Rose (Ryan) Voigt, and granddaughter Ruby.  His brother Charlie (Phyllis) Beck.  In laws; Dave Sippl; Carol Beck; Ron (Jean) Buedding, Dennis (Nancy) Buedding; Vicki Buedding; Mike Buedding; Bob (Anne) Buedding; Randy (Kathy) Buedding, and Becky Felver, and many nieces and nephews.

A private family celebration of life will be held.