William C. "Bill" Beiler

William “Bill” Beiler

William “Bill” Beiler, 85, passed away on September 3, 2026. He was born on September 30, 1940, in Iowa City, Iowa, to Dr. Ross I. Beiler and Ruth P. Beiler. He spent most of his life in Florida, where he built a distinguished career in commercial banking.

Bill began his banking career in 1960 at First National Bank of Miami in Miami, Florida. Over the course of his career, he became a respected executive commercial banker and commercial real estate specialist in Central Florida. His deep understanding of local businesses and his belief in building genuine, lasting relationships with clients became an important part of his professional legacy. He ultimately served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Alliance Bank in Orlando, where he helped shape the bank’s relationship-focused philosophy.

Bill’s life was defined not only by his professional accomplishments, but by the people he loved and the principles by which he lived. He was fiercely loyal and a man of unwavering integrity, with a strong moral compass and a deep commitment to doing what was right.

Bill shared 64 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Jo-Anne Dempster Beiler. Together, they built a life filled with family, friendships, and many chapters in different places. Their journey took them from Florida to North Carolina and Virginia before they returned to the west coast of Florida in 2017.

Bill was a devoted father to his daughters, Debbie and Joelle, and took great pride in the families they built. He cherished his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and the joy that came with watching his family grow through the generations. His love for his family was steadfast, and the values he lived by will continue to be carried forward by those who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Ross I. Beiler and Ruth P. Beiler. He is survived by his wife, JoAnne; his daughters, Debbie Bishop (Bart) and Joelle Clark (James); his sister, Roberta Montgomery; his brother, David Beiler; his grandchildren, Brandan Bishop (Suzie), Ashlan Bishop, Ford Clark, and Turner Clark; and his great-grandchildren, Baker Bishop and Sammy Bishop.

Bill also knew how to enjoy life. He loved playing golf and treasured the time spent on the course. He had a genuine appreciation for wine and took great pleasure in building an extensive wine collection. Music was another lifelong interest, particularly during his younger years, and remained an important part of the memories of his life.

Bill leaves behind a legacy measured not only by what he accomplished, but by who he was: a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, respected professional, and a man of exceptional character and integrity. He will be deeply missed and forever loved.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that those wishing to honor Bill’s memory consider making a donation to either the Alzheimer’s Association or the American Cancer Society.