Dr. Billy James Beason, M.D. age 85, was born January 26, 1941, in Greer, South Carolina, to Coy and Helen Beason. After an extended illness, he passed away in Boone, North Carolina, on April 6, 2026.

Billy was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Gayle Greer Beason, his parents, Coy and Helen Beason; his sisters, Linda Rowe and Libbie Cole; his brother, Dan Beason.

He is survived by his children, Jeffrey Scott Beason (Kate) of Boone, North Carolina, and Jennifer Beason Brookshire (Brian) of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He was a proud and loving grandfather to Jonathan Blake Beason (Kelli), Benjamin Scott Beason (Kaleigh), Tyler James Brookshire (Victoria), and Morgan Andrea Brookshire. He was also blessed with three great-grandchildren, Emory, Caden, and Bryce. In addition, he is survived by his sister, Joyce DeYoung; his brother, Jerry Beason; and a host of nieces, nephews, and close friends.

Billy was a dedicated physician who served in Boone, North Carolina as a family practice doctor from 1979 until his retirement in 2010. Before moving to North Carolina, he worked with medical residents at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center in Spartanburg, South Carolina. His commitment to excellence in education was evident early in life, as he graduated valedictorian from North Greenville Junior College and attended Furman University. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in 1970, beginning a long and compassionate career in medicine marked by care and devotion to his patients.

Since 1979, Billy was an active and faithful member of Greenway Baptist Church in Boone, North Carolina. Over the years, he served in numerous capacities, including deacon, choir member, and Sunday school teacher.

Outside of his medical practice and church involvement, Billy was an avid gardener who found great joy in tending his trees and plants. He also enjoyed traveling and visiting gardens.

Per his wishes, a service will not be held. He will be laid to rest at Woodlawn Cemetery in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Greenway Baptist Church in Boone, North Carolina, Amorem Hospice, or St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.

The family extends a heartfelt thank you to Amorem Hospice, as well as to family and friends, for the loving care and support provided during his extended illness.

We find comfort in one of Bill's favorite verses. Philippians 4:6-7 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving present your requests to God. And the peace of God which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.Hamptonfuneral.com

Hampton Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of the arrangements.