Rebecca Jeter

Rebecca “Becky” Utley Jeter, passed away on March 26, 2026, at the age of 81. She was born on February 13, 1945, in Hope, Arkansas to Fleda Robins and Ernest Ray Utley and raised in Nashville, Arkansas. She graduated from Nashville High School where she was a member of the basketball team and was a majorette in the marching band.

Becky graduated from the University of Arkansas with a degree in English and was a member of the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. After college Becky moved to Altheimer and began a fulfilling career teaching high school English. Her life reflected a rare combination of thoughtfulness, intelligence, and unmatched elegance. She had a gift for putting others first and those who knew her were blessed by her warmth, her easy presence, and the genuine interest in the lives of others. She made her home in the communities she loved, including Altheimer, Pine Bluff, and Hot Springs, Arkansas and was a member of Altheimer Methodist Church.

Becky was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was centered on love and family. She is survived by her loving husband, Ronald Hardy Jeter of 60 years; her son, Matthew Scott Jeter and wife Marcie; her daughter, Meredith Jeter Hagan and husband Rob Hagan. “Bebe” is also survived by her grandchildren, Hudgens, Kate, Harrison, Lashlee, Mimi, Townsend, Rett and Pierce; and her great-grandchild, Houston, child of Taylor and Hudgens Jeter. She is also survived by her brother, James Patrick Utley and wife Patty, her sister, Carol Utley Casey and husband Lewis.

Becky was a wonderful mother and homemaker who created a warm and loving home for her family. She especially loved her grandchildren and great-grandchild, and she truly lived for the joy they brought her. Her life was filled with the simple pleasures she treasured most: tennis before her illness, bridge with friends, beautiful lake views, riding horses, and the companionship of her animals. Becky and Ronnie shared a love for dancing and will forever be known for their eloquence on the dance floor while always being the last couple to leave, enjoying every single dance.

The family is deeply grateful for the many nurses, doctors, and dialysis caregivers who treated her with such kindness and went above and beyond in caring for her over the years. Their compassion and friendship meant so much to her and her family. Above all, her husband was the most devoted and extraordinary caregiver.

Becky will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her devotion to putting others first, and the comfort and warmth she gave to everyone she met. Her legacy lives on in the family she cherished and the many lives she touched with kindness.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, April 3, 2026 at 11am at First United Methodist Church, 1100 Central Avenue, Arkansas 71901. in Hot Springs, Arkansas with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Humane Society of Garland County, 1321 AR-128, Lonsdale, AR 72087 or the charity of your choice.