Betty Jean Crosby

Betty Jean Crosby, 94, of Shelbyville, passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at her home.

She was born on May 3, 1932, in Cross Plains, the daughter of Howard Jackson and Sally (Jarvis) Zares. On June 12, 1954, she married her husband of 72 years, Paul William Crosby, and he preceded her in death on September 19, 2023.

Betty is survived by her daughters, Marsha Harber and husband, Bean, of Ossian, and Jeannie Foley and fiancé, Bryan Harrell, of Shelbyville; son, William Jeffrey Crosby and wife, Glenda, of Mt. Holly, North Carolina; seven grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; brother, Jimmy Holt and wife, Cheryl, of Madison; sister, Ruthie Frazee of Columbus; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to Paul, Betty was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Becky Hutchens; and brothers, Raymond Jackson, Danny Jackson and Clifton Jackson.

In 1950, Betty graduated from Cross Plains High School.

Retiring in 1994, she worked for 30 years in the Shelbyville High School cafeteria. She had also formerly worked at IPC.

Betty enjoyed flowers, crafting, singing and watching the hummingbirds. She was an avid Indiana University sport fan, she enjoyed wearing her IU apparel while watching the games. She also enjoyed the Indianapolis Colts and NASCAR.

Betty lived a life filled with love and leaves behind wonderful memories for her family to cherish.

Final arrangements have been entrusted to Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.

Online condolences may be shared with Betty’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.