Elizabeth Anne “Beth” Heinrich, 44, Jefferson City, passed away Saturday, April 9, 2022 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born Dec. 8, 1977, the daughter of Roger and Nancy (Rhodes) Willson in Jefferson City.
She was united in marriage to Bryan Heinrich, April 30, 2005 in Belle.
A life-long resident of the central Missouri area, Beth graduated from Maries Co. R-2 School in Belle.
She was employed with the Missouri Department of Revenue before going to work with the Missouri State Highway Patrol. She worked in general headquarters and later at Troop F in their radio department until her ill health forced her to begin a new career path working from home. With her creative ability, Beth was gifted in crafting and started out printing custom t-shirts. This passion turned into her own online boutique, Dogwood Creations. This opportunity provided her a great amount of joy allowing her to create unique and personalized items for people all over, shipping items to over 15 states.
She developed her strong faith growing up in the First Christian Church in Belle and later a member of the Capital West Christian Church in Jefferson City. The parent company of her boutique, Ashlee Fay Designs, not only helped Beth with her development in business but also furthered her faith with their values and mission. This opportunity also allowed her to build strong relationships with the Ashlee Faye tribe, growing her faith.
Beth has always put family first and that began with her close-knit family growing up often ending conversations with “I love you more.” She cherished time with them, especially during their summer vacations to Table Rock Lake.
As she became a wife and mom, all her energy was poured into them. Gannon was her pride and joy. She loved shooting skeet with Bryan and cheering on Gannon during his baseball games. She also enjoyed watching Lathe, Cale and Ava in their many sporting events as well. Friday night football game at Blair Oaks brought a huge smile to her face. Many of her favorite memories were spending time with family and friends outdoors: traveling to the Smokey Mountains, riding ATVs in Tebbetts or impromptu gatherings to spend time with family and friends.
Beth will be remembered for her loyal and outgoing personality, witty sense of humor and always being able to light up a room with her presence. Her jokes, smile and carefree nature put everyone at ease.
She was preceded in death by maternal grandparents Louis and Vera Rhodes; and paternal grandparents Boyd and Myrtle Willson.
She is survived by loving husband Bryan Heinrich of Jefferson City; son Gannon Heinrich of Jefferson City; parents Roger and Nancy Willson of Jefferson City; sister Kim Watson and husband Ben of St. Peters; brother Darren Willson and wife Sarah of Jefferson City; nieces and nephews Lathe Willson, Cale Willson and Ava Willson; mother-in-law Barbara Heinrich of Tebbetts; sister-in-law Tina Culp and husband Bill of Jefferson City and children Hailey and Sarah; brother-in-law Darin “Zeek” Heinrich and wife Rachael of Tebbetts and children Mason, Ashton and Colton; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins that she was very close to.
Visitation will be held Thursday, April 14, from 4–7 p.m. at Freeman Mortuary, Jefferson City.
Funeral services will be held Friday, April 15, at 11:00 a.m., at Capital West Christian Church with Reverend Mitchell Seaton officiating. Graveside service and interment will follow at Hawthorn Memorial Gardens.
A webcast of her service will begin at 11:00 a.m. Friday for friends that are not able to attend by going to her memorial page on Freeman Mortuary’s website.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Gannon Heinrich Educational Fund, P.O. Box 95, Jefferson City, Mo. 65102.
Arrangements entrusted to Freeman Mortuary, Jefferson City.
