Elizabeth "Beth" Willingham
Elizabeth "Beth" Willingham, 66, of Arrington, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on August 10, 2024.
Beth was born in Chattanooga, in 1958, to the late Thomas Willingham and Ray Long. Beth was predeceased by her stepfather Dr. Ira Long and stepmother Laura Willingham, of Chattanooga.
Beth is survived by her son, Drewey Arthur Boykin (Kaitlin) (grandchildren Collin Gregory Steward, Addison Anne Mefford, and Liam Ray Boykin), of Nolensville; daughter, Ashlin Michelle Perrucci (José), of Brentwood; sister, Morrow Armstrong (Richard) (nephew Rick Armstrong), of Fairfax, VA.
Beth lived a life full of love and happiness, and was a motherly figure to all who knew her. She enjoyed cooking, music, and spending time with loved ones. Beth attended Notre Dame High School in Chattanooga. She worked for many years as a registered ophthalmic assistant for Dr. Ira Long.
Beth also volunteered for Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) in Williamson County, where she pursued her passion for helping others by advocating for the welfare of children in the court system.
Information regarding a celebration of life will be communicated at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to CASA (340 21st Avenue North, Nashville, TN, 37203) (casanashville.org).