Our Angel on Earth, Elizabeth “Beth” Joyce MacKenzie, went to Heaven suddenly on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Mount Saint Joseph, Miramichi, New Brunswick, at the age of 65. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Chatham, New Brunswick, on November 29, 1960, she was the precious daughter of the late James and Helen (Atkinson) MacKenzie of Napan, New Brunswick

Beth attended the Kinsmen School in Newcastle; graduated from NBCC in Chatham in June of 1991 as a Modified Office Clerk; and completed American Sign Language evening classes from NBCC, which was a form of communication she cherished and used daily. Beth was also involved with Special Olympics (bowling) and attended M.O.R.E. Services, where she worked at NBCC Daycare and the Chatham Save-Easy. She volunteered at the Miramichi Senior Citizens Home and also helped deliver Meals-on-Wheels with her loving parents. Beth had various interests, such as American Sign Language, piano, keyboard, ukulele, knitting, hook-rugging, word search, and board games.

Beth was the most lovable, affectionate, all-inclusive person who thoroughly enjoyed her family and friends, especially Judy Gilliss and Patty Flieger. She loved a good laugh or a joke, especially when she could prank someone else! Her smile, giggle, and laughter were so contagious!

Beth attended Carmel United Church with her parents and family for many years. Beth was a familiar and welcoming presence. Through her smiles, her music, and her genuine affection for others, she enriched the life of the church and the wider community. Beth had a remarkable way of making people feel seen and valued, and her kindness left a lasting impression on all who encountered her. Appropriately named, Elizabeth “Joy”ce brought joy to her family, friends, and everyone she met.

Beth is survived by her sisters, Donna MacKenzie (Brian Gilliss), Patti MacKenzie (Stacy MacPherson), and Christine MacKenzie, all of Napan, New Brunswick; her aunt Catherine of Ontario; her aunt Mary Atkinson of Miramichi; as well as many beloved and doting nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews; her special cousin, Helen Godfrey; long-time friend, Lynn MacDonald; and numerous other cherished cousins.

She was predeceased by her parents, Jimmy and Helen MacKenzie; sisters, Susan Jean (infant), Sandra Gilliss, and Dianne MacKenzie; nephew, Aaron Gilliss; and great-nephew, baby Grady Gilliss.

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