Billy Ray Fields, 69, of Ovapa, West Virginia, passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 26, 2025, at Charleston Area Medical Center in Charleston, WV.
Born on April 16, 1956, in Charleston, Billy was the beloved son of Victoria Murphy Fields and Harley Fields. A man known for his strength, kindness, and deep devotion to family, Bill was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle whose memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
In March 1977, Bill began a lifelong career with Columbia Natural Resources, later TransCanada, where he worked diligently as an Operator for 42 years until his retirement on April 16, 2019.
Following retirement, Bill enjoyed the peace of nature hikes, the joy of watching his grandchildren grow, and the special moments spent cheering on William and Cali at their sports events. One of his greatest joys was hosting his grandson Isaiah every summer from birth through age 11. Family beach trips to Myrtle Beach were always cherished traditions that will be forever remembered.
Bill is survived by his amazing wife of 46 years, Dian Carol Holcomb Fields of Ovapa; his sister Joann Fields Polidori of Big Chimney, WV; his daughter Jennifer Paige Fields Cameron (Joshua James Cameron) of DuPont, WA; his son Daniel Scott Fields (Dana Marie Taylor Fields) of Ovapa, WV; and his grandchildren: Isaiah James Cameron of DuPont, WA; William Scott Fields and Cali Paige Fields of Ovapa, WV.
Visiting Wake Services will be held at Wilson Smith Funeral Home on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Funeral services will be held Thursday July 3, 2025, at Wilson Smith Funeral Home beginning at 11:00 am.
Bill’s presence, laughter, and unwavering love will be deeply missed. His spirit will live on in the memories he helped create and the lives he touched.
Wilson Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Fields family.
