Tennessee State Representative Bill Beck (D-Nashville) passed away from a heart attack on Sunday. He was 61. Bill Beck, who represented District 51, was first elected to the House in 2014. House Speaker Cameron Sexton said, “We are incredibly saddened to hear that our colleague, Rep. Bill Beck, has unexpectedly passed away. Bill was a dedicated servant and powerful voice for the city of Nashville, a husband, father, and friend to everyone in the General Assembly. His quick wit and unforgettable laugh could always lighten a committee meeting or the proceedings on the House floor. We express our sincere condolences and prayers to Bill’s family during this difficult time. Representative Beck will be greatly missed.” He is survived by wife Pamela and daughter Meredith.
