of Jonesboro, AR
December 12, 1934 - February 10, 2021
Betty Watkins, 86, of Jonesboro, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at NEA Baptist Hospital. She was born December 12, 1934 in Jonesboro to Albert W. and Bertha (King) Dorton. Mrs. Watkins worked for over 30 years with the Nettleton Public Schools until retirement. She was a member of Cottage Home Baptist Church and was a liaison secretary for the senior citizens center. She loved traveling, the St. Louis Cardinals, quilting, gardening, fishing and spending time with her family and being a ''GG'' to her great grandchildren.
Betty was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Minford ''Pent'' Higgins; second husband of 30 years, Bernerd ''BH'' Watkins; a son, Gary Higgins; and siblings, Lloyd Dorton, Howard Dorton, Monroe Dorton, Russell Dorton, Vera Moore, Dorothy Rainbolt, Zelma Pardew, Orma Jo Vincent and Elsie Parker.
Those left behind to cherish the wonderful memories of Ms. Betty include her daughter, Pamela (Wiley) Ward; step-daughter, Cathy (Watkins) Jacobs and spouse, Paul; grandchildren, Kembralyn (Philip) Redman, Tim (Mandie) Brannon, Angela Normann, and Amy Roth; great grandchildren, Kohen Ligons, Adam Redman and Anna Redman; and a brother, Doyle (Carolyn) Dorton.
A graveside service will be at 2:30 p.m., Monday, March 1, 2021, at Pine Hill Cemetery with Rick Carter officiating.
Visitation will be held on Monday at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington Avenue, Jonesboro, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Philip Redman, Kohen Ligons, Adam Redman, James Dorton, Steve Dorton and Ethan Johns will serve as pallbearers.
Lasting memorials can be made to the Arkansas Sheriff Youth Ranch, 100 St Vincent Pl, Batesville, AR 72501 or the Nettleton Education Foundation, PO Box 2044, Jonesboro, AR 72402.
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14 Condolence(s)
Michael & Sandra Johnson
Monday, March 1, 2021
Family Members,
Sandra and I are saddened by Betty's passing. Both of us as teachers while at Nettleton Schoolsj appreciated Betty's willing assistance with our classroom teaching responsibilities. She was the ultimate school secretary keeping both students and administrators in line! So many wonderful memories working with her. Our prayers continue for you all that God will bring you comfort at this time.
Mari Sulfridge Mullis
Monday, March 1, 2021
Pam,
Many prayers for you and your family. I loved your mother and am grateful to have had a small part in her life. May God bless and keep you and help you through days ahead. You are a wonderful friend and a caring daughter to your Mom.
Mari
Guy Patteson
Friday, February 19, 2021
I have fond memories of getting to know Betty when I passed through the halls of NHS in the mid to late 70's. And it was always fun running into her since then. Those high school office ladies saw everything and knew most everything about us in those days! And that helped keep quite a few of us in check! I still have a Val-O-Gram from her in all my "memory stuff" from those years. Thinking of you, Kembralyn, and the rest of your family.
Terry and Carl Chambers
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Pam and family, I’m praying for comfort and peace for each of you. I’m thankful that you have had many years with your mother filled with memories to cherish for always. Love, Terry Heath Chambersâ¤ï¸
Bettie L (Turner) Clark
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Pam, your Mom was a very special lady to a lot of us in school! She was always in a good mood every time our paths crossed! I know you will miss her every day! Loosing your Mom is something you learn to live with! God be with you and your family! My prayers for comfort & peace. Bettie
Brandy young
Monday, February 15, 2021
I just loved mrs. Betty. She worked at the office when I graduated a very long time ago. Class of 1993.I truly loved her & a blessing in my life. Family I my prayers doing this hard time.ðŸ™
Bobby & Leslie Bennett
Monday, February 15, 2021
Pam & family, we both loved Betty so much! We had a lot of fun with her and maybe she didn't or maybe she DID 😉 keep us out of trouble at times. My Mom (Ivie Ruth Ball) always thought the world of your Mom too. Praying for comfort and peace that only God can give 🙠â¤
Joann Lyles
Saturday, February 13, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Betty was a very sweet and special lady. I sure enjoyed doing her hair and being her friend all those years. You all are in my prayers.
Lisa Strickland
Friday, February 12, 2021
Kembralyn
We are so sorry about your grandma. I was a student at Nettleton when she worked in the office. We love you
Lisa and Savannah Strickland
Carol Ward
Friday, February 12, 2021
Love you all so much. I'm praying for you and wishing you peace and comfort.
Linda ward
Friday, February 12, 2021
I love you all. I know the pain of losing your Mother. Im sorry for your grief! God Bless!â¤ðŸ’”⤠Linda and family
Beth Foster
Friday, February 12, 2021
Love and Prayers at this time.
Patty Wyse Owens
Friday, February 12, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Betty touched many young lives at NHS. She well loved and respected.
Sharon James Ashford
Friday, February 12, 2021
Prayers for strength during this sad devastating time. Much love to you and your family .ðŸ™â¤