William Mason Beans, 78, of Spotsylvania, formerly of Loudoun County, died April 27 at his home.

Mr. Beans was born Sept. 7, 1929, in Loudoun County, to the late Charles Ashby Beans and Mabel Agnes Crim Beans.

He was a heavy equipment operator for Fairfax County for 22 years.

Survivors include his wife, Mary F. Beans of Spotsylvania; a son, David W. Beans; a daughter, Kathy A. Baker; a brother, Bobby Beans; a sister, Betty Dvorsky; and six grandchildren.

Mr. Beans was cremated.

Arrangements were by Mullins & Thompson Funeral Service of Spotsylvania. Condolences may be expressed online at MeM.com or mullinsthompson.com.