Just learned of Liz’s passing!! Spoke to her in early July on FaceTime …which our granddaughter, Olivia set up. Liz was bubbly and sweet ….also so beautiful!! Our hearts are broken for her family and we pray you all find peace. We didn’t know Liz but she left a footprint on our hearts🙏❤️

Although we grew apart as teenagers, Liz and I were inseparable as elementary and middle schoolers. From the countless sleepovers, to concerts, to going on vacation together, I have nothing but amazing memories with this special person I was so privileged to call a friend. She never failed to make me smile and laugh with her goofy sense of humor and a giggle I will always be able to hear through photos. I always thought of you Liz, even when we grew apart, and I will always have a spot for you in my heart.

Ferrara Family,

Sorry for you lost.  I pray that your family receives healing.

Love,

The Hyatts

Halloween 2017 in Adelaide, Australia. Liz and Caleb took his sisters trick or treating around the neighbourhood. Liz was dressed as orphan Annie. Caleb has kept in touch over the years and only mentioned her last week. I hope her family take some comfort in knowing how many people she impacted positively in her life. Liz was a lovely girl, the world is a sadder place now she is gone.

I had the pleasure of knowing Liz from the colorguard team at Timber Creek. I remember the first day she joined a practice—I instantly knew she was someone special. Liz had a quiet strength, a spark, and the kindest smile. Every day, she shined brighter and brighter, and it was truly a joy to have her around.

Although we didn't stay in close contact, Liz will always be part of the colorguard family forever. My deepest condolences go out to her family and friends during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Liz, and keep shining as you always did.

Beautiful Liz, my mini me. I will always remember the night you spent at our house when your parents were at the ball. You, me and Britt had a girls spa night with virgin pina coladas that we had Tito make us sitting by the pool waiting for our nails to dry followed by a movie and a bunch of snacks. I will always hold that evening dear to my heart. Rest in Paradise sweet girl. Love you my forever mini! 🩷

At first, I would always see Liz pass me by through the halls of middle school, but that grew over time through the few encounters we had. Liz was a good friend to me. In most ways, I saw her as my rival for the winds and the color guard in the Timber Creek Regiment. The blood, sweat and tears we poured out on the field, were the best memories I can share. I wish I had more time, but I know she’s in a better place. 

May God Bless Your Soul Liz; don’t let the music stop.

Jim and I both won them goldfish at the local town center carnival - i think we spent about 20.00 on each fish to make sure they both had one together.

They both got sick shorty after this ride!  Best memories ever.

Jim and I always took the girls out every weekend for something cool and different.  This was a movie day at the town center.

Carli and Elizabeth on Halloween  at age 7 - such a sweetheart from day one she came into our lives.   💔

The beginning of colorguard practice where I first met Liz. (2014, Timber Creek High School)

Hanging out with friends after school. (2015, Timber Creek High)

Hey I’m Braden from Canada. Liz and I met online I was actually in the hospital and we clicked, bonded over the sims, music and the movie Goodfellas. She gave me so much moral support to the point where I worked hard to get better and to get cleared to meet her. That is what happened. there are not enough words to describe my appreciation for the drive she gave me. My family and I give our condolences to Liz and her loved ones. Rest in power Liz you are one of a kind <3

Much Love,

Braden Martz

Just one of the many amazing memories I shared with Liz performing at Pulse and Encore. I remember always laughing and smiling with Liz  during our long nights rehearsing. She always provided a space for people to be their authentic self and truly welcomed everyone with open arms. Such an amazing woman who is missed so greatly. Just in the few years we spent closely she made a lifelong impact on me. Sending love to all her friends and family ♥️♥️

My deepest sympathy to your family.  No one should never have to go through losing a child.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gary Gill

Jim,
 My deepest condolences to you and your family during this heartbreaking time. I know you will be a pillar of strength for your family, as you always are at work, but will continue to send prayers to you for that continued strength. I will hold your family in my heart during this challenging time. 

With prayers,
Sarah Speights

Terry and Jim and extended families and friends:
My heart goes out to you all in your time of loss of your sweet dear Liz. 
Sending you prayers from Mid Missouri. 🙏🏻💕

I met Liz when she joined colorguard in high-school. From the moment she walked in there was a spunkiness about her. She was so funny, and always had a smile on her face. You could tell she cared for friends deeply and loved to love; from the beautifully worded cards, to a compliment, you felt seen by Liz. Performing was a thrill many of the guard-girls (and guys) shared.  Although she continued to purse other performance ventures, lots of the friendships she created she maintained. I’m grateful to have known Liz, her life made an impact on so many. My deepest condolences to her whole family, and may her legacy live in forever.

Liz, I’m gonna miss you always. Thank you for sharing a crazy brain cell with me. Thank you for sharing music with me. For always sending me my horoscope for the day when you thought I needed it. Thank you for sharing your first drafts with me. Thank you for accepting me. I will miss you and chat with you till the end of my days.

Beautiful Elizabeth, we will miss you so much. I will always remember the first time we met, you were up here at Aunt Cathy’s. I was fortunate to be able to spend some time with you running some errands around town, just me and you. During this time, you taught me all about astrology, zodiac signs and SO much more. I remember being blown away by your wisdom, your compassion, your humor and your passion. You are a beautiful person inside and out and I am so grateful for this memory and to of had you as a cousin. May your memory be eternal my girl. Love you forever.

Liz got this new wig she liked and she wanted to take photos with it. This is my favorite photo of us. Being her boyfriend was the greatest thing ever in my life. She was extremely happy and very funny that day putting face paint on and showing off her new wig. One of the best days spending time with her.

I didn’t get to spend much time with Liz, since I never finished the color guard season of freshman year. But of the short time I spent with her, she made me so much happier. I remember bus rides to the convention center, blasting Lana del Rey’s album, and deciding who we were crushing on at the time. She was a beautiful soul, and I valued the friendship we had. My sincerest condolences to her family and closest friends.  Her light is never gone, she shines bright through us and our memories.

I’m so sorry to hear about Liz’s passing. She was so kind to everyone and a great friend to me growing up. I miss the 3 day long sleepovers we’d have just watching movies and playing games and talking. She was so thoughtful and supportive. I was lucky to have her a friend and I’m so sorry to everyone else who is missing her too.

Our hearts and prayers go out to your family for the loss of Elizabeth. She will always be young, beautiful and cherished for all the amazing times and memories. We love you Liz now and forever💚💚💚

I’m so saddened to hear about the loss of such a beautiful, bright, colorful life. 
Liz and I were pretty good friends when I was much younger (this picture was in 2011.) 
We went to middle school together, and while we had lost contact over the years I’ve never forgotten our friendship. 
I love reminiscing on our sleepovers, laughs, and memories. 
Liz was always a genuine friend to anybody, and always included everybody, she made people smile easily and her brightness never dulled. 
We talked about reconnecting recently, and I wish that we would have met up sooner. 
Thank you for all of the great memories Liz, you will forever be remembered.

6th grade trip to the mall. we had so much fun that day going to Hot Topic as i had never been before.

i always knew her as so loving and kind, even at 12 years old.

warped tour 2013. 

liz was my first friend in a middle school where i knew almost nobody. she welcomed me into her friend group with open arms in 6th grade, and suddenly i didn’t feel so lonely. 

liz showed me the music that shaped me into who i am today. the music that was the soundtrack to my teenage years. i credit her as being the one to ignite my love for alternative subculture and the aesthetics, meanings, and etiquette that i still abide by 11 years later. 

by high school and beyond, liz and i started to lose touch but i always kept up with her through social media photos and posts. even through her hardships, her heart and soul was just as kind as that day she befriended me. nothing can ever dim her light. i am so thankful for the memories we shared together, and i hope she rests in peace. i send my deepest condolences to her family and friends.

It is with deepest sadness that we will all miss the smile and sweet ways of Liz. My fondest memories was of Liz, cute as could be, coming to the door selling Girl Scout cookies or coming by the house over the years in her adorable Halloween costumes. Or stopping over when she was hanging out on the patio with the fam. Rest in peace and soar with the angels.

I met liz when i was 14, we connected instantly and became inseparable, over the years our relationship faded due to distance but she never stopped letting me know how much she loved me, how much she loved everyone she ever loved. She always said i was her sun, but i think she was the ball of light out of us two, ill miss her forever, but especially in the summer on nights like these we used to stay up laughing all night. Ill miss every part of her.

I didn’t know Liz that well. But we went to the same middle and high school, and from the few conversations/interactions we had I could tell how sweet and cool of a person she was. She was a kind soul and I know a lot of people who were so close to her that are feeling this loss so heavily. I recently found out she had a special way with words, and I hope that that gift is forever shared and remembered. Words and memories live on 🩶 my sincerest condolences go to all her family and friends during this difficult time.

I remember those long days at Pulse and Encore. We used to go the back hallway at Pulse and eat our lunches and/or dinners there. Always laughing, listening to “scene” music, trying to avoid listening to more musical theatre ( it never went away.) I remember coming over ( a lot) and we would play sims and stay up late. I would sleep in your brother’s Yankee decor room while he was away. Your wall had your guitar and you’d play some tunes you were just learning. You had a beautiful alto voice. 
We used to sing a lot together. 
We danced together.
We cried and we laughed
Those are just a few memories I have of you. I miss you. I will miss you and you’ll always have a place in my heart. I love you Gingy ❤️

We are heartbroken over the passing of my cherished baby cousin, Elizabeth. You brought all of us immense joy and laughter that I can’t truly put into words. As our family faces the dark days ahead, we know life will never be the same but all we can do is lean on each other to find strength. 

Elizabeth will always hold a special place in my heart. 

I love and miss you so much, Itty Bit.

My sincerest condolences to Liz’s family. I’m heartbroken to hear about her passing. I have such great memories of our sleepovers in high school watching sitcoms and laughing over girl talk. I’ll always remember Liz for her creativity and sense of humor. Sending all my love to her family and friends.

You’re never prepared for the last time. The last laugh, the last hug, the last piece of advice, the last i love you. My first and best friend, i will carry you with me wherever i go.  My family will never be the same. Though you’re no longer with us, your spirit will always be apart of us. I feel like a piece of my soul is missing. I love you forever my guardian angel. Save a seat for me up there. Please hug your friends and family and tell them you love them…tomorrow is never promised.

OBITUARY

Elizabeth Ann Ferrara

12 July, 1999 – 5 August, 2024

Baldwin Fairchild at Chapel Hill & Chapel Hill Cemetery

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