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22
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Chancellor Funeral Home - ByramLois Elizabeth "Beth" Stevens, 82, of Crystal Springs, MS went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 14, 2025. Memorial Services will be held at Chancellor Funeral Home, 7225 Siwell Road in Byram, MS on Saturday, November 22, 2025 with Visitation held from 9:30am - 11:30am on Saturday, November 22, 2025 and the Memorial Service to begin at 11:30am. At Beth's request, the Graveside Service will be for immediate family only at Cedarcrest Cemetery in Raymond.
Beth was born in Jackson, MS on January 22, 1943. She was a former resident of Raymond and was currently living in Crystal Springs. She was a retired insurance agent for Nationwide Insurance with over 25 years of service. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Crystal Springs. She was well loved by a multitude of family and friends.
Beth is preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Resin Dwight "Steve" Stevens, Sr. and her parents Roy Eugene Smathers, Sr and Emma Lois Smathers.
Survivors include a brother, Roy (Jennie) Smathers of Hawaii, her son, Resin Dwight Stevens, Jr of Raymond, her daughter, Resie Taylor and son in law, Allyn Taylor both of Crystal Springs. She leaves behind five grandchildren, Ashley (Matt) Harmon, Harley Stevens, Brandi Barwick, Dalton (Lindsey) Taylor, Tiffany (David) King, as well as six great grandchildren, Presley, Tinsley, and Brinley Harmon, Asher Taylor, Ellie and Noel King.
Beth will always be remembered most for her giving heart and the love and joy she had for her family and friends. She had such a way of letting each of them know just how special and loved they truly were. She simply adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren, and was the best "Nana" ever. She touched lives of so many over the years, and she knew how to bring a smile to your face. She was so such fun and had quite a sense of humor.
We will always remember and love you our dearest Mother, Nana, wife, and friend. May your light shine forever.
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Chancellor Funeral Home
7225 South Siwell Road, Jackson, MS 39272
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