Mary Betty Jackson

Mary Betty Jackson, 85, of Greenbrier, Arkansas went to be with the Lord. She was born on September 9, 1941, in Center Ridge, Arkansas to Luther Monroe Ridling and Imolle Collens.

Mary was a devoted homemaker whose love could be felt in everything she did. She was known as the best homemade biscuit maker, and her kitchen was a place where love was shared, memories were made, and no one ever left hungry. She took great pride in keeping her home meticulous, enjoyed gardening, and found joy in cooking for the people she loved.

Above all else, Mary loved her Lord and her large family more than anything. Her children and grandchildren held a special place in her heart, and she delighted in spoiling them just as much as she loved being spoiled by them in return. Making sure everyone had plenty to eat was one of the many ways she showed her love and care. To Mary, family meant everything, and she made countless cherished memories with her loved ones and friends throughout her life.

Mary had a special way of making people feel welcome, cared for, and loved. Through her kindness, her generous heart, her home-cooked meals, and the time she shared with others, she touched countless souls and left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know her. Her legacy will live on through the family she treasured, the traditions she passed down, and the beautiful memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved her.

Mary is preceded in death by her parents, Luther Ridling and Imolee Collens; son, Lee Bradley; sister, Ruby Jackson; brother, Junior Ridling, David Ridling, Dwight Ridling, and Chester Ridling; grandson, Derek Bradley; nieces and nephews, Star Norwood, Fred Staggs, and Robyn Janette Jones.

Mary is survived by her children, Betty Rowland, Charles Bradley, Debra Kay Bradley, Mark Bradley, Matthew (Summer) Bradley, Kim Gardenhire, Dale Gardenhire; grandchildren, Wesley (Teresa) Rowland, Casey Rowland, Darin Gentry, Eric Guynes, Chris Guynes, Jonathan Bradley, William Howell, James Parker, Brittany, Kimberly, Sky Bradley, Jessica Lawrence, Noah Lawrence, Stephanie Bradley, Misty Bradley, Ashley Bradley; numerous great grandchildren and great great children; siblings, Linda Metzger, and Jancie (Harold) Reed; nieces, nephews, Brandy Douglas, Melissa Cormier, Ramona Staggs, Scottey Norwood; a host of extended family and friends.

Visitation will be from 1:00pm to 2:00pm on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at Wilcox Family Funeral Home.

Funeral will be at 2:00pm on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, with burial following to Middleton Cemetery with Brother Freddie Mark Wilcox officiating.