Beth Ann Jahrman

Beth Ann Jahrman, 76, passed away January 7, 2021 in Indianapolis, IN. She was born December 13, 1944 in Frankfort, IN, to the late John and Virginia (Bozworth) Evans. After graduating from Rossville High School, Beth moved to Nevada for a short time. It was there that she met the love of her life and husband of 57 years, Ronald Jahrman. Ron and Beth were married May 19, 1964. Prior to making Indiana their permanent home in 1974, the two lived in Nevada and Oklahoma. Beth completed her undergraduate studies at Northeastern State University, where she received a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education. She went on to receive a Master of Science degree in Education from Northeastern and later received her Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis and Counseling from Purdue University. Beth graduated with honors on each occasion. Beth was a beloved teacher and counselor to many. She began her career teaching near a Cherokee Indian Reservation in Gore, Oklahoma. It was there she taught many Cherokee children to read and write English and to cultivate a love of learning. Upon moving to Indiana in 1974, Beth taught 1st grade at Carroll Elementary and in 1978 she moved on to the Junior High School as a counselor and in 1982 she became Director of Guidance at Carroll Jr. Sr. High School where she would continue to work until her retirement in 2002. Beth will be remembered for her devotion to her family and the love and encouragement she gave to so many of her students. She truly loved helping young people reach their fullest potential. She wanted the best for her students and encouraged them to never give up regardless of the adversities they may have faced at home. Beth was preceded in death by her parents, John and Virginia Evans; and brothers, Robbin and John (Mark) Evans. She is survived by her husband, Ron; son, Chris (Lisa) Jahrman of Seattle; daughter, Julie (Edwin) Brochin of Indianapolis; and brothers, Jay (Dianna) Evans of Kokomo and John (Janice) Lopez of Hyannis, MA. Also surviving are her five beloved grandsons, who brought her great pride and joy throughout her final three decades, Ryan (Connie) Jahrman of San Jose, CA, Scott (Casey) Jahrman of Seattle, WA, Evan (Kerry) Jahrman of Gaithersburg, MD, Christopher Louly and Marc Louly of Indianapolis. She also leaves behind eight very special nieces and nephews. Beth will be sadly missed by all but never forgotten. Due to COVID-19 restrictions there will be no services or visitation at this time. Final care and arrangements are entrusted to Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel.

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Beth Ann Jahrman

December 13, 1944 - January 7, 2021