Elizabeth Pledger-Stewart, 46, of Youngstown, Ohio, was murdered on June 15, 2017. Williams was apprehended at the scene and later pled guilty to the murder.

During Williams’ sentencing hearing in July 2019, two of Pledger-Stewart’s sons, Jerome Stewart and Anthony Dees, attacked Williams in the courtroom; they were charged with assault, obstructing official business, and contempt of court. Judge Maureen Sweeney sentenced Williams to 23 years to life in prison.

Family and friends remembered Pledger-Stewart as a loving mother, sister, aunt, and friend; her aunt Janice Dees said the family remained heartbroken and felt Williams showed no remorse. Does anyone have memories of Elizabeth or information about her life in Youngstown to share with the community?