It is with heavy hearts that we the family of William "Bill" R Belyea announce his passing on Sunday October 29, 2023.
Born in St Stephen, New Brunswick son of the late Alonzo "Jack" and Alma Belyea.
Bill spent his time working as a mechanic and many, many hours volunteering in his community. Bill was one of the founding members of the Western Charlotte Volunteer Fire Department with over 45 years of service. He loved to help anyone in need with any chore they may have. Spending time with his family and many friends was one of his greatest joys.
Bill is survived by his loving, devoted wife of 56 years, Edith (Hastey), sons, Bill (Lucie), Tim (Teresa), and Greg (Shari), nine grandchildren, Danika Litke (Chris), Emilee Jentink (Josh), Jaime Goudreau Riopel and Leland Lusk, Tyler Belyea (Emily), Brandon Belyea (Jena), Kara Robertson (Cody), Cole Belyea, Ella Belyea, six very special great grandchildren, Mackenzee, Dante, Gunner, Beckett, Elsie and Waylon. He is also survived by sisters, Barbara Belyea of Washington State and Betty O’Brien of Calais, Maine, his very special mother-in-law, Lela Hastey, many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and many beloved nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Bill was predeceased by his very special and youngest son, Brian, brother, Royce McMorran and his father-in-law David Hastey.
Resting at The S.O. Mehan and Son Funeral Home, 23 Main Street St. Stephen, New Brunswick from where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 4th, 2023 at 11:00 am. Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home on Friday November 3rd, from 2 -4 and 6 – 8 pm.
Interment at Scotch Ridge Cemetery, Scotch Ridge, New Brunswick.
For those who wish donations to the Alzheimer's Society of New Brunswick or a charity of one’s choice would be greatly appreciated. Condolences may be sent online to www.mehanfuneralhome.ca