Myrna Lois Gaskin Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Mrs. Myrna Lois Gaskin, 85, of Wynne, died on Sunday, August 15, 2021, peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Lois was born on May 19, 1936, to Oscar and Bessie Sutherland. She was a 1954 graduate from Cherry Valley High School and married Lynn Harold "Tommy" Gaskin that same year. They were blessed with 67 years together and 5 devoted sons. Lois was a homemaker until her sons were older, then was employed by Addison Shoe Company for 34 years and retired in 1998. She enjoyed spending time with her family, camping, reading, and growing beautiful flower gardens. Lois is preceded in death by her father and mother, Oscar and Bessie Sutherland, brothers, Edward and Luther Sutherland and sisters, Francis Hess and Polly Poindexter. Lois is survived by her husband, Tommy Gaskin, five sons, Terry Gaskin (Jane) of Memphis, Dennis Gaskin (Pam) of Fayetteville, Jarrell Gaskin of Wynne, Darrell Gaskin (Marilyn) of Forrest City and Greg Gaskin (Pam Diles) of Wynne, brothers, Ray Sutherland and Star of Olive Branch, MS, Garry Sutherland and Cynda of Wynne, Larry Sutherland and Brenda of Germantown, TN, Ronnie Sutherland and Debby of Sugartree TN, ten grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, the 9th great grand is on the way, and a very special friend Paulette. Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 19, 2021, at Kernodle Funeral Home from 12 to 1 PM. Funeral services will follow with Rev. Tim Gabbard officiating. Burial will be in Crosslawn Cemetery.

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Myrna Lois Gaskin

May 19, 1936 - August 15, 2021