Betsy Ross Garrett, age 89, passed away on February 2, 2026.

Betsy Ross Garrett, age 89, of Branson, Missouri, passed away February 2, 2026. She entered this life on November 15, 1936, the daughter of John and Pearl (Morris) Smith in Waco, Texas. 

Full of compassion, Betsy was always looking after others with genuine love and care. She found joy in coloring, reading, crafting, and making people smile. Her family and dogs held a unique place in her heart. Everyone who knew Betsy will cherish the moments and memories shared with her throughout her life.

Betsy is survived by daughter-in-law, Joan of Costa Rica; son, Blake Andrew Garrett of Las Vegas, Nevada; nephew: Barth Smith and wife, Kathy of Olathe, Kansas; and nephew, Blake Smith and wife, Kathleen of Rio Verde, Arizona. She is preceded in death by her parents; brother, Dr. Curt Smith; sister, Sylvia Maurice Garrett; and son, Gary Robert Garrett.

There will be a memorial service held 1:00 p.m. Saturday February 28, 2026, at Reeds Spring Community Church, 37 Leighs Way, Reeds Spring, Missouri. In memorial contributions in Betsy name may be made to MidAmerica Nazarene Foundations, http://www.mnu.edu/giving. Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Cremations of the Ozarks. To leave an online condolence or share a memory, please visit http://www.cremationsoftheozarks.com.