Elizabeth A. Neighbors

Springfield — Elizabeth Ann “Beth” Neighbors, 72, of Springfield, Illinois, passed away Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, at her home in Springfield, surrounded by her loving family. Beth was born July 31, 1954, in Springfield, the daughter of Dr. Howard G. and Anita Mae “Mickey” Kort Woody. She married Michael J. Neighbors on July 17, 1976, at Church of the Little Flower in Springfield. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Peter K. Woody.

Beth graduated from Glenwood High School in 1972. She spent several years in the nursing field, caring for others before devoting her time to caring for her children and family. Beth loved her husband, children, grandchildren and pets with her whole heart.

In her free time, she enjoyed painting, along with several crafts. She also was an avid nature lover and enjoyed hummingbirds, flowers and caring for her plants.

She showed incredible strength throughout her long journey with cancer, always keeping her family close to her heart and finding comfort in their love.

Beth is survived by her husband of 50 years, Mike, of Springfield; her children, Brett (Lindsey) Neighbors, Jessica Neighbors and Kelsey (Mike) Testa; her grandchildren, Piper Neighbors, Vinny Testa and Bailey Testa; her siblings, Bruce (Jeanne) Woody, Debbie (Ted) Megginson, John Woody and Sara (Randy) White; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Private family services will be held, with a celebration of life planned for family and friends at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to HSHS St. John’s College of Nursing, 729 E. Carpenter St., Springfield, IL 62702.

Curry Funeral Home in Pawnee is honored to serve the family of Beth Neighbors. Online condolences may be shared at curryfh.com.