BENTON — Betty L. Berry was born July 8,

1932, in Benton, Ark., the daughter of W.D. and Mae Hanks Baldwin. She passed away November 19, 2021, at the age of 89. She is preceded in death by her parents, brother Adrian Baldwin, and husband Wink Berry.

She is survived by her son, Robin Berry.

Betty graduated from Benton High School and OBU. Later she received a master’s degree of science in education from Henderson State University. Betty received a post degree from the University of Arkansas. She started her teaching career at Benton Junior High School where she taught Seventh grade math. She later became the physical education teacher at Benton High School. For 20 years she served as the proud sponsor of the cheerleaders and drill team, leading them to 42 first place division titles in 14 years. Affectionately called “Betty’s Girls”, she was an active and passionate instructor for many years. She served on the Benton School Board, Benton City Council, and the Civil Service Commission. Betty was active in Saline County Retired Teachers Association. She was a charter member of the Benton Athletic Memorial Museum where she served as president, was on the board and was inducted into the Wall of Fame in 1996. Betty was a lifetime member of the AEA. She finished her career with the Benton School District as the Assistant Principal of Benton High School with 34 years of service.

Betty was a faithful member of First Baptist Church where she was a member of the sanctuary choir. She also enjoyed being a member of the Saline County Quilters Guild and volunteered as a Pink Lady at Saline Memorial Hospital from 1998 to 2020.

Visitation will be held Monday, November 22, 2021, in the Selph

Hall at First Baptist Church from 5-7 p.m. A memorial service officiated by Dr. Rick Grant will be held at First Baptist Church, Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at 11 a.m.

Online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.combryant.