William J. Beauchamp Jr., 66, Altoona, passed away Sunday at UPMC Altoona. He was born in Altoona, son of the late William Sr. and Janet (Weise) Beauchamp.

He is survived by two brothers: James (Deborah) and David (Shelby) Beauchamp; many nieces and nephews; great-nieces and nephews; and a special great-niece, Raven Andersen.

He was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Martino and a half brother, John Stephen Piper.

William was a 1972 Bishop Guilfoyle High School and the Art Institute of Pittsburgh graduate.

He played basketball for Bishop Guilfoyle and enjoyed football, art, teaching German, and yardwork.

He was a member of St. Mark's Catholic Church.

A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment at Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements are by Santella Funeral Home.