of McRae, AR

March 30, 1946 - October 22, 2025

Gwenda Erline Lockhart Turnage was born in Augusta, Arkansas on March 30, 1946 to the late Eldon and Dora Lockhart.

Gwenda, better known as Gwen, was 79 years of age and went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Gwen was a member of Vine and Branch Ministries in Vilonia, Arkansas. She was always proud to say, ''The Pastor is my son.''

In addition to her parents, Gwen is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Turnage; a sister, Joyce Lockhart and a brother, Carroll Lockhart.

Left to cherish her memory are her son, Johnnie (Donna) Merriman of Vilonia; daughter, Deanna Cameron (Jerry) of McRae; two sisters, Lucille Jordan and Suzanne Kerns both of Searcy; Six grandchildren, Daniel (Brandy) Merriman of Rosebud, Lora (Doug) Curl of Enola, Scott (Allison) Merriman of Greenbrier, Nikki Cameron of Des Arc, Hunter (Amber) Cameron of McRae, Cody (Bethany) Cameron of Beebe and a host of other family and friends.

Gwen was a loving mother and grandmother. She was a fantastic cook and loved to dance. Her family loved to gather together for good food, music and fun. She is dancing with the angels.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Daniel Funeral Home
411 East Race Avenue
Searcy, AR  72145
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com