Betty Anne Garrison passed away at the age of 83 on August 14, 2025, in West Plains, Missouri. She was born November 7, 1941, in St. Louis, Missouri to Albert Hirsch and Ethel (Hinton) Hirsch.
She was united in marriage to William Martin Garrison on May 26, 1962, in Thayer, Missouri.
She is survived by her son, Brent Garrison and his wife, Cindy; granddaughters, Carley Grace and Abbey Cristine Garrison; nine siblings Marie (Harry) Vincent, Albert Hirsch, June (Danny) Davis, Gary (Delores) Hirsch, Roy Hirsch, Janice (Johnny) Howell, William (Cindy) Hirsch, Katherine (Michael) Langston, and Larry (Betty) Hirsch, sister-in-law Kathleen Hirsch, numerous brother and sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Garrison, her parents, Albert and Ethel Hirsch, her brother, Herbert Hirsch, four brother-in-laws and one sister-in-law.
In 1959, Betty graduated high school from Thayer High School. In 1963, Betty graduated college from Southwest Missouri State College. She was a home economics teacher for 36 years, teaching at Koshkonong, Ava, and Thayer High Schools. One of her joys of teaching was serving as the Future Homemakers of America (FCCLA) advisor on local, state, and national charters. She made a lasting impact on her students and retired from teaching in 1999. She was a co-owner of the Garrison Store at Garfield. She also worked as a receptionist at Spring River Chiropractic until 2010.
Betty was an active member of Delta Kappa Gamma and the Crescite Club, volunteering many hours supporting the local community.
Betty was an active member of the St. Paul United Methodist Church. Betty loved her church family and served anywhere she was needed.
Betty was a hard worker with a servant’s heart. She loved to bake, sew, and spoil her grandchildren. The joy and light of her life were her granddaughters, Carley and Abbey.
In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to the William and Betty Garrison Scholarship Fund located at the Southern Bank of Thayer, Missouri.
Visitation will be at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel of Thayer, Missouri on August 18, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Funeral will be at the Carter Funeral Chapel of Thayer, Missouri on August 19, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
Burial will be at the Thayer Cemetery of Thayer, Missouri.
Services under the care of Carter Funeral Home Inc., – Thayer, Missouri
August 15, 2025 @ 3:44 pm
A wonderful teacher, mentor, & friend.
Prayers for Brent & family.
August 19, 2025 @ 11:53 pm
Rest in paradise Betty Anne.
Cheryl, Tom, Manda and Aunt Betty.z
August 15, 2025 @ 3:58 pm
Mrs Garrison was one of my favorite teachers. She was always kind & took the time to make you feel special. Prayers for the family.
August 15, 2025 @ 7:28 pm
Mrs. Garrison was one of the kindest teachers at THS. She always made sure everyone was included. She loved each and every one of her students. RIP BG
August 16, 2025 @ 5:19 pm
Loved her so much. She was my secret pal in FHA. I loved the smell of wild Musk perfume and to this day I wear it and think of her. She was loved by everyone and great teacher. Family is in my thoughts and prayers.
August 16, 2025 @ 7:42 pm
Mrs. Garrison was so kind and always willing to help, listen or anything else you’d need. I absolutely adored her and she made such a huge impact on the direction of my life. I had the pleasure of speaking with her a few times at Spring River Chiropractic. She was as pleasant as ever. She was an amazing light in this world and was loved by so many of us. Prayers for all of her amazing family.
August 17, 2025 @ 4:04 pm
Mrs. Garrison was one of the most patient teachers I ever had. She was so kind and caring and I learned so much from her. Prayers for all of her family.
August 17, 2025 @ 9:55 pm
So sorry for the loss of a great sister in the Hirsch family. Betty was always kind and a big help at large family reunions I send my prayers and condolences to you all.
August 18, 2025 @ 2:23 pm
Our sincere condolences to the Garrison & Hirsch family. Helen and Carlin Brandt
August 18, 2025 @ 5:24 pm
Brent and family, I am so sorry for your loss. BG was an exceptional lady who was loved by all. I loved her dearly , she always had a smile on her face. She will truly be missed. She was one of those teachers you never forget.
August 19, 2025 @ 9:58 am
CONDOLANCES TO THE FAMILY, I WENT TO SCHOOL WITH BETTY, SHE WAS BRIGHT, INTELLIGENT AND DETERMINED. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
August 19, 2025 @ 3:54 pm
sorry for the loss of another cousin Rest in Paradise Betty Anne. Cheryl, Tom, Manda and Aunt Betty.