Elizabeth Louise "Beth" Price

Elizabeth Louise “Beth” Chaney Price, 83, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Nocatee, Florida, on June 3, 2026. Born on October 22, 1942, in Montgomery, Alabama, Beth was the daughter of Leona Chaney and a graduate of Lanier High School. She carried throughout her life the values of faith, hard work, service, and devotion to family. On April 3, 1965, she married the love of her life, Don Price. Together they built a life centered on faith, family, service, and community, sharing more than 61 years of marriage. Beth was a devoted wife, loving mother, proud working mom, talented professional seamstress, gifted costume designer, wonderful cook, and faithful friend. Through her creativity, generosity, and servant’s heart, she blessed countless people throughout her life. In 1976, she and her family moved to Tallahassee, Florida, where she and Don became deeply involved with Young Actors Theatre. Together, they helped create the magic that generations of young performers experienced on stage. While Beth designed and created costumes, Don built the sets that brought productions to life. For many years, they faithfully served side by side behind the scenes, helping others shine. Her costumes became an important part of Young Actors Theatre’s history, helping bring countless productions to life and creating memories for generations of young actors and their families. Her talents were also shared with the broader Tallahassee community through costume design for productions at Leon High School, the creation of custom tutus for the Tallahassee Ballet, as well as custom pageant gowns, wedding dresses, and countless special occasion garments. She also shared her talents by sewing dresses and special outfits for many young people throughout the years. The Price family’s impact on the organization was so significant that the annual Price Family Award was established in their honor. The award recognizes individuals whose faithful service behind the scenes reflects the same spirit of dedication, creativity, humility, and commitment that the Price family modeled for so many years. Beth’s passion for serving others extended far beyond the theatre. Whether through a home cooked meal, a listening ear, a handmade garment, or a simple act of kindness, she consistently put the needs of others ahead of her own. She found great joy in helping people and celebrating their successes. She never sought recognition for what she did. Her greatest joy was using her gifts to serve others and helping them succeed. Church was always an active and important part of her life. After moving to Centre, Alabama, in 2003, she became deeply involved in the ministries of First Baptist Church Centre. She faithfully served through WMU, the Round Table Christian Book Club, B Team Angels, GA’s, and numerous other ministry opportunities. Her faith in Jesus Christ guided her life and shaped the way she loved and served others. More than any accomplishment, she treasured her family. She was a devoted wife, dedicated mother, loving grandmother, and faithful friend whose influence will continue to be felt through the lives she touched and the example she set. After a long journey of declining health, she is now healed, whole, and in the presence of her Savior. She was preceded in death by her stillborn son, Christopher Luke Price; her mother, Leona Chaney; and her sister, Judy Fleming. She is survived by her beloved husband, Don Price; daughter Cindy Hayes and husband Woody Hayes, and their children Hannah Hayes and Sam Hayes; son Matthew Price and his children Jacob Price, Jordan Price, and Aubree Price; son Mark Price and wife Gina Coggin Price, and their daughter Emily Ann Price; along with many other family members and dear friends who will cherish her memory and celebrate her legacy. The family takes comfort in the promise of Scripture: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” Matthew 5:4. Visitation will be Friday, June 19, at 10:00 am with a Celebration of Life to follow, at 11:00 a.m. at Perry Funeral Home in Centre, Alabama. A graveside service will follow in the coming days at her final resting place, Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Montgomery, Alabama. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Building Fund at First Baptist Church Centre, a church that Beth loved and faithfully served for many years.

Elizabeth Louise "Beth" Price

October 22, 1942 - June 3, 2026