of Conway, AR
June 28, 1946 - May 8, 2025
Gail Horned passed away on May 8, 2025, in Conway, AR. She was born on June 28, 1946, in Warren, AR to Russell and Edna West.
She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Charles Horned; her daughter Holly McKenna (Tim); her beloved grandchildren Abby Adams (Jacob) and John McKenna all of Conway: her sister Kathy Griffith of Stuttgart as well as many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers Steve, Mike, and Johnny West; and sisters Phyllis Vansandt and Betty Pearman.
Gail and Charles met and were married in Dewitt, AR where he worked for the Army Corps of Engineers and she worked at the Dewitt Hospital. They later moved to Little Rock, AR where she graduated from Baptist School of Nursing. When they moved to Conway in 1971, she was the nurse for Dr. Sam Daniel for 19 years until his retirement. She then worked for Conway Anesthesiology until she retired.
Like every woman, Gail loved to shop at the Colony Shop when it was still open as well as TJ Maxx and Belk, especially when a new truck full of merchandise arrived. She also had a love of making jewelry. She could envision how a pile of beads would come together to make a statement as one entered a room wearing her jewelry. Working in her yard when she was able, always caring for her ferns and impatiens each year. Her love for her grandchildren Abby and John was unfailing and she was especially proud to attend Abby’s wedding last September and loved when John would stop by her house for lunch.
Gail was a Christian and believed in the Lord Jesus Christ. She is with Him today.
A special thank you to Dr. Brooks Lawrence, Dr. Mary Shaver, Dr. David Jones, Dr. Gelina Buslig as well as the nurses, techs, and rehab staff at Baptist Hospital in Conway with whom she became very close with.
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11 Condolence(s)
Rhonda Cuddy
Saturday, May 10, 2025
What a sweet person she was. Holly, so very sorry. Our family will hold you and yours in our prayers for the days and weeks to come.
Vicki Moix
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Prayers for you all. Your mom was such a sweet lady.
June Lawson
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Holly, I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in my prayers.
Melissa Castleberry
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Dear Family, such sweet reminders of Gayle working for my Dad. She was alway so sweet and welcoming to us and the patients. Yes she is with Jesus , what great comfort.
Jennifer Bunch
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Holly, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I always enjoyed visiting with your Mom. She was a wonderful lady. It is never easy when someone we love so much leaves us on this earth, but knowing that she is healthy and whole gives us so much assurance and peace. I pray you will find that peace during this time surrounding by friends and family. We love you, Tim and your precious children and will continue to pray for you all including your precious Dad during this time.
Mary-Catherine Flanagin Glover
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Mr. Horned, Holly and family-I'm so sorry for your loss. Gail was a sweet lady. I'm so glad I was able to see her last week! We had a great visit!â¤ï¸
Diane Wolfe
Saturday, May 10, 2025
So sorry for the loss of your mom. ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»
Tami Marsh
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Gail always encouraged me and had a smile on her face every time I'd come walking through the front door at their house or many years later when I would see her at family events when Abby and John were little. I treasure the jewelry she made me because they're the most beautiful pieces I own. I will miss her dearly. Prayers are going up for Charlie, Holly, and the rest of her family. Love you all.
Terri Shotts
Friday, May 9, 2025
I cherish my memories of spending time in the Horned home while growing up. Much love to Charlie, Holly and family.
Shawna Stevens
Friday, May 9, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with all. Gail was a very special lady. She was always thinking of others. Cut Above Salon will miss her dearly.
Evelyn McKenna
Friday, May 9, 2025
Gail was a lovely and kind woman. My deepest sympathies to Charlie, Holly (Tim), Abby, and John and all the people that loved her and will miss her.