Verna Jean Turner, age 95, of Russellville, died Monday, April 14, 2025, at Katherine's Place at Wedington Health and Rehabilitation in Fayetteville.  She was born December 21, 1929, in Van Buren to the Rev. Guy Garfield and Laura Belle Crain Alexander, the youngest of their 11 children.

Besides her parents, seven brothers and three sisters, "Jeanie" was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Bobbie Lee Turner; and their son, Dr. Finley Pascal Turner II.

Surviving her are her daughter-in-law, Raye Ramsey Turner; two sons, Stephen Fort Turner (wife, Bonnie) and Marc Weston Turner (friend, Ginger Bailey); a grandson, Finley Turner III (wife, Christie); three granddaughters, Adrienne Short (husband, Wilson), Joy Turner (husband, Kevin) and Allison Auldridge.

Jeanie was a member of Central Presbyterian Church where she served as an elder.  She was a charter and lifetime member of Russellville Junior Auxiliary.  She received her bachelor's and her master's degrees from Arkansas Tech University and taught for 20 years in the Russellville School District.  After retiring, Jeanie rejoined old and dear friends visiting and playing bridge.  She especially enjoyed travelling with her husband and watching their family grow.  She spent 21 years with the Booklover's Club.

Jeanie spent the last three years at The Bungalows Assisted Living in Fayetteville.  While there, she participated with The Bungaleers, a vocal group at the facility.

Interment will be private in the Fort Smith National Cemetery.  Arrangements are under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville.

Online guestbook and condolences available at www.shinnfuneral.com .