Biography:

Nancy Caroline Wilkinson Scott was born on August 2, 1947, in Dallas, Texas. She went peacefully to be with Jesus on October 9, 2026.

She is survived by her husband, Richard Scott; her children, Richard Hall, James (Piper) Hall, Jesse Hall, Caroline (Tommy) Sorrows, and Mary Hall; 18 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Katherine and Earl Wilkinson; her brothers, David Wilkinson, Jim Wilkinson; her son, John David Hall; and her grandson, Isaiah Hall.

Nancy graduated from North Little Rock High School in 1965. She attended Hendrix College and The University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. She later attended the Atlanta Montessori Training Center in 1969, where she received her American Montessori International certification for children ages 2½ to 7. Her love of music and Montessori teaching helped shape her lifelong passion for music and educating children.

Nancy dedicated 57 years of her life to education. In 1973, she founded Children’s House Montessori School, where she continued working full-time until her death. She devoted her life to serving others and sharing her love of music and education with generations of children and families.

Nancy created a place where children could grow, discover their independence, develop their natural curiosity, and build a lifelong love of learning. Her influence reached far beyond the classroom, leaving a lasting impression on the many children, families, and teachers who were fortunate enough to know her.

She found joy in gardening, traveling, ballroom dancing, giving piano lessons, and gathering her family around the piano during the holidays. Music was a special part of her life, and sharing it with the people she loved brought her great happiness.

Nancy will be remembered for her dedication to education, her love of music, and the lasting legacy she created through Children’s House Montessori School.

Her celebration of life will be held on Friday, October 23, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, 509 Scott Street, Little Rock, AR 72201. A reception with light refreshments will follow the service. Arrangements are under the direction of RuebelFuneralHome.com