Elizabeth “Beth” Ann McWilliams, 85, passed away on March 7, 2026. She was born to Benjamin Elliot Zeigler and Mattie Tillson Zeigler, on December 1, 1940, in Liberty, MS.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Stevie Owens; brother, Ruport Blakeney; and granddaughter, Cristi Denise Craft.
Elizabeth is survived by her daughters, Marsha Tanner, Charlotte Toney (Cha-Cha); grandchildren, Eli Toney (Mollie), Ben Toney (Alyssa), Brandy Gibson (Jay), Tiffany Smith (Brayden) and Jessie Owens Cook; great-grandchildren, Carter, Gracie, and Jack Gibson, Natalie and Issac Welborn, Hanna, McKenna and Kaiya Smith, Brayden, Anne Marie, and Tucker Toney, Tripp and Thaxton Toney, and one great-great-grandchild, JuJu Castro.
Elizabeth spent much of her time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed being outdoors, gardening, and spending time with her dog, Jenny. Her family meant everything to her.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Tutor Funeral Home in Magee, MS at 3 p.m. with Jay Gipson officiating. Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m.
Arrangements are entrusted to Tutor Funeral Home of Magee.
