Betty Ann Monroe
Betty Ann Dodd Monroe, 90, of Texarkana, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2026, at her beloved “Happy House,” near loved ones.
August 7, 1936 – August 19, 2026
Betty Ann Dodd Monroe, 90, of Texarkana, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2026, at her beloved “Happy House,” near loved ones.
Betty was born in Texarkana, Texas, on August 7, 1936, to Sebe and Vera Dodd. A lifelong resident of Texarkana, she devoted her life to her family, her faith, her friends, and to educating children with special needs. She was a retired educator of special needs children and touched many lives through her compassion, patience, and dedication.
Betty loved her Lord and was a faithful member of First Baptist Church Texarkana. Her Sunday school class, the “Golden Circle,” held a very special place in her heart. She also cherished the dear friends who gathered with her each week to play cards and who lovingly assisted her in many ways. Their friendship meant a great deal to her.
Betty was the only daughter of Sebe and Vera Dodd. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Bill Dodd, and her son, Donald Monroe.
She leaves behind three loving daughters: Becky Barrett of Dauphin Island, Alabama; Janet Green of Ashdown, Arkansas, “Yarbrough Landing”; and Vera Rasmussen of Boise, Idaho. She was blessed with nine grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren, who brought great joy and love into her life.
Betty loved her family and friends deeply, and she will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Her strong faith, loving heart, and caring spirit will remain in the hearts of those she leaves behind.
In lieu of flowers and in memory of Betty’s adventurous spirit, please consider making a donation to Wild Hearts Idaho, her granddaughter’s non profit dedicated to inspiring confidence, leadership, and a love of adventure in teen girls through free outdoor experiences.
https://www.wildheartsidaho.org/donate
Or another non profit close to Betty's heart is Jeff Tarpley Rescue, Care Pet Clinic.
407 Cummings Ln
Texarkana, TX 75501
Phone: 870-330-4740 Email: [email protected]
Please join the family for a celebration of Betty’s life on Saturday September 19th, 2026 10:00 am First Baptist church Moore’s Lane in the Atrium.
Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Texarkana Funeral Home – Texas.
Courtesy of Texarkana Funeral Home.