of the Sea and My Life Among Mormons. Later life Williams retired in 1913 and moved to Charlevoix with her husband where they spent 25 years in quiet retirement. Williams died, 12 hours after her husband, on January 23, 1938. Legacy Williams is one of America's longest-serving lighthouse keepers with 41 years of service. Her autobiography continues to provide insight into women's experiences in the Great Lakes region and remains in print. A children's book, Elizabeth Whitney Williams and The Little Traverse Light, is based upon Williams' life. References Further reading 1844 births 1938 deaths United States Lighthouse Service personnel Women lighthouse keepers People from Mackinac Island, Michigan