Elizabeth Ellen Prestwich

“Our beautiful Beth has passed away. She was surrounded by her boys and members of her family when she left us. Her passing was calm and without distress. She was a wonderful wife and mate to me, a loving mother to our sons, devoted daughter to her parents and caring sister to her siblings. She was a loyal friend to many. I have loved her since our first date 42 years ago. I will always love her.” - Ron Prestwich

Beth is survived by her husband, Ron Prestwich, and their two children: Dan and Andy; her parents, Bert and Gladys Saylor and eight siblings (and their spouses): Mimi Brady (Tom), Bo Saylor (Stephanie), Jeanne Jones (Jay), Maurice Saylor, Hal Saylor (Robin), Joe Saylor (Karen), Ralph Saylor (Missy), and Sylvia Rowbottom (Jim). She is also survived by many nieces and nephews and by her mother-in-law: Sherry Prestwich (Ken Lewis); and brother-in-laws: Ken Prestwich (Cathy Langtimm), Tom Prestwich (Kelly Givas), and Dan Prestwich.

Beth was born in Lansing, Michigan on May 27, 1954 and lived in many places in the U.S. including Maryland, Southern California and Connecticut before moving to Arlington, Virginia. Beth was a devoted stay-at-home mother. In later life she created many beautiful paintings. She loved to travel and visited the entire US and many foreign countries. Beth loved to be with her family and friends. She loved to laugh and have a good time. She passed on Friday, February 20. We will miss her greatly.