McKevitt, of Phoenix Brow, St Helens, gave no reaction when the jury unanimously convicted him of murder.
Wales, of Bright Street, Everton, stood equally impassive as he was convicted of manslaughter.
Jurors were told the pair were overheard plotting the burglary and later complaining about how little they managed to steal from Miss Beattie’s home.
Police discovered a couple of discarded tins lying on her bed.
Judge John Roberts told the pair he would sentence them today.
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