It is with deep sadness that we announce Elizabeth Huyett passed away on December 19, 2024, surrounded by her family at Lancaster General Hospital.

Liz is an irreplaceable mother, wife, sister, aunt, and friend. Some knew her as Liz, others as Buffy–but to all, she was a pillar of generosity and strength, and her quick wit and warm aura made her both effortlessly hilarious and a comforting presence. Liz loved fiercely, and no one more than her boys: she was a devoted wife to her husband, Jesse Huyett, and a proud mother to her sons, Carson and Chase, who embody the very best of who she was. Their family was the center of her universe, and Liz was dedicated to sharing her giving spirit with her boys, instilling in them the importance of kindness, compassion, and finding goodness almost anywhere.

Born on June 2, 1970, Liz grew up traipsing around Lititz with the rest of the Heagy-Frederick kids. Liz received both a Bachelor's degree and a husband from her time at Millersville University. After spending time in Washington, D.C., Liz and Jesse moved back to Pennsylvania, where she pursued a career in admissions for local retirement communities. Liz was a true humanitarian who quietly and selflessly served her community, often spending her time volunteering and giving back in whatever way she could. Her intelligence and passion for serving disadvantaged individuals made her an incredible advocate for both her clients and anyone else she recognized to have unmet needs. Liz was smart, outspoken, and brave–and her essence left an unwavering mark on all who knew her.

Liz will be greatly missed by her husband of twenty-three years, Jesse; her sons, Carson and Chase; her siblings, Phillip Heagy, Winfield Heagy and his wife Elizabeth, Jacquelynn Brandsema-Heagy and her husband Arjan, Lori Frederick Biddle, and Lu Anne Leh; her nieces and nephew, Fei, Tessa, Kate, Luka, and Amber; her dear friend, Kelly, to whom she was bonded 'like superglue'; and her lifelong group of friends who she lovingly referred to as her 'squad'.

If you feel called to give in honor of Liz's memory, please kindly omit flowers and instead consider a donation to the Pet Pantry of Lancaster County , or the Humane Pennsylvania Lancaster Adoption Center (from where she adopted her best friend until the end, Flynn).

Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.