Jeannette Black Scott

Mrs. Jeannette Black Scott, 94, of Hartwell, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 21, 2026 at her home.

Born on September 23, 1931 in Lake Park, GA, she was the daughter of the late John Ryan Black and Ida Lou Dennis Black. Mrs. Scott received her Bachelor’s Degree from Harding College, and was a teacher for York College and various schools. Jeanette also loved quilting, gardening, and reading.

Survivors include her husband: Robert L. Scott; daughter: Sherri Barber of Hartwell; two sons: Russell Scott of Richardson, TX, and Jonathan Scott of Asheville, NC; and four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren also survive.

It was Mrs. Scott’s wishes to be cremated and a memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at a later date by the family.

The Strickland Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Hartwell is assisting the family with all of the arrangements.