Elizabeth Anne "Bethany" Navin

December 6, 1963 - January 18, 2021

Bethany passed away at her home on January 18, 2021. Born in Columbus, and after a life of travel and many homes, Bethany lived in Yellow Springs. Bethany was always honest, polite, considerate and tender-hearted. She volunteered at many organizations throughout her life, most recently at 4 Paws for Ability and the Yellow Springs Senior Center. Bethany is survived by her mother, Dana, stepfather, Hugh Schultz, brother, Brett, sisters Colleen Baumeister (John) and Emily Prieto (Tom), Aunt Marilyn Freshour, nephews Max Monast, Garrett Monast (Holly) and Pete Monast (Carlie), Duke Brady; niece Rachel Brady, and many friends. Preceded in death by father Paul J. Navin, all grandparents, many relatives and friends. Family will receive friends on Friday January 22nd, 2021 from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM at the RUTHERFORD FUNERAL HOME AT POWELL 450 W. Olentangy Street Powell, Ohio 43065 where a funeral service will follow. The family asks that guests please observe social distancing and mask guidelines. Her family would like to acknowledge Bethany’s Sand, Sea and Spirit family for their love and support. In lieu of flowers, donations in her name may be made to 4 Paws for Ability (Xenia) or any charitable organization to help people, animals or the oceans.