Beth Ann Jackson

Beth Ann Jackson, 71, departed this life peacefully to her heavenly home with her daughter by her side on September 9, 2025. She was born November 2, 1953, in Waco, Texas. A graduate of Judsonia High School, Class of 1971, she went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in 1975 and Master of Science degree in 1976. Her commitment to education continued throughout her life. In 1988, she received a Master of Arts degree and later achieved a PhD. In 2017, she received an ‘appreciation for dedication’ and an ‘excellent services to students’ award from Fayetteville Public Schools. Beth was a member of Searcy First Methodist Church and the Murray Sunday School class. Although teaching was her gift, her greatest passion was her family. Beth always found pleasure in nurturing others, both inside and outside the classroom. She valued time with her grandchildren and was overjoyed to welcome her great-grandson into the family. In her younger years, she had a deep love for raising and showing American Quarter Horses and cherished her time riding. Later in life, after moving back home, she found purpose on her farm, where she enjoyed the land and the constant companionship of her beloved dogs. Left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Elizabeth “Liz” Morris Scarbrough (Josh); granddaughters, Emily Ann Parish (Drew) and Madison Renee Scarbrough; great grandson, Kaison Steven Parish; brother, Tom Jackson (Susan); nieces, Dr. Brittney Jackson (Dr. Luke Seeker), Meredith Georghiades (Yanni), Amanda Longoria (John David), Mary Margaret Jackson; sister in law, Lisa Pledger Jackson; Aunt and mentor, Mary Ann Jackson; friend, Kathy Flake and lifelong friend, Pam Hinkle. She is preceded in death by her parents, Dr. CW and Marianne Jackson; son, Matthew Jackson Morris; and brother, Robert Glenn Jackson. Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 4:00pm – 6:00pm at Powell Funeral Home in Searcy. A Celebration of Life service will be conducted on Monday, September 15, 2025, at 10:00am at Searcy First Methodist Church, 304 North Main. Interment will follow at White County Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are entrusted to Powell Funeral Home of Searcy. www.powellfuneralhome.net

Beth Ann Jackson

November 2, 1953 - September 9, 2025