Barbara Ann Jackson

Barbara Ann Jackson, age 79, passed away peacefully, May 20, 2025, at her residence in Hickory, NC. Ann, as she preferred to be called, was born on October 4, 1945, one of 11 children of the late Robert Sr. and Lillie Bristow.

Ann leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter and is survived and missed by her lovingchildren, daughter Kimberly Arroyo and husband Carlos, son Scottie Baxter and wife Amanda.Forever cherished by her seven grandchildren, Ashley Hamrick, Morgan Vincent, JacobHamrick, Cailee Baxter, Caleb Arroyo, Benjamin Higgins, and Charlie Baxter. Her legacycontinues through her four great grandchildren, Nova Weber, Waylon Inman, Alina Inman, and Ryder Vincent.

Her memory will forever live with her siblings and their families, Mack Bristowand wife Jan, Alice Dotson, and Margaret Bristow. She also leaves many friends who will sadly miss her.

Ann was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Lillie Bristow and siblings, Kenny Bristow, Betty Bristow, Henry Bristow, Connie Greer, Geneva Hensley, Robert Bristow Jr., and Allen Bristow.

Ann lived a full life working through multiple career iterations in support of her family and loved ones. She had the heart of a servant, the soul of a lion and the stubbornness of a mule. Plainly put, Ann accomplished whatever she put her mind to no matter what others said. She was known for her love of reading, enriching the mind through documentaries, a passion for gardening, and how she cherished spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Ann had quite the social group formed on Facebook from her “Farming friends” and enjoyed countless hours playing with them in retirement. Those who knew Ann will remember her deep-rooted faith in Jesus. She spent daily devotional time with the lord and often spoke of how comforting her ever strengthening relationship with her lord and savior was to all who would listen.

Though we will all miss her dearly, we take comfort in knowing that she is no longer in pain, which plagued her for much of her life. She now and forever at peace, ever the family protector, watching over us all in loving spirit. Rest in piece Momma.‍

Her Memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 4081 Startown Rd, Newton, NC 28658. Visitation is from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at the funeral home.

Please sign the online guestbook on the Memorial Wall at www.jenkinsfuneralhome.net. The Jackson family has entrusted arrangements to Jenkins Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Newton 828-464-1555.