Melba Gay Turner Obituary

We are sad to announce that on April 30, 2023, at the age of 96, Melba Gay Turner of Shreveport, Louisiana, born in El Dorado, Arkansas passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Charlie Shearwood and Pearl Shearwood; and her children, Tim Turner and Terri Turner. She is survived by: her daughters, Linda Draper (Bob) and Tina Harrington (Ed). She is also survived by 8 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and 15 great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Rose Neath Funeral Home

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May 02

Visitation

Rose Neath Funeral Homes - Shreveport Southside
2500 Southside Dr, Shreveport, LA 71118

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May 03

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Rose-Neath Funeral Home
2500 Southside Dr, Shreveport, LA 71118

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May 03

Burial

Centuries Memorial Funeral Home & Park
8801 Mansfield Rd, Shreveport, LA 71108

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