Gertie Louise Slaughter age 85 of Conway passed away Saturday, April 16, 2016 in Greenbrier.

She was born May 2, 1930 in Oklahoma to the late William and Ola Mae Duncan. She was a retired nurse but her passion was being outdoors, fishing and gardening. She also enjoyed canning, painting and sewing. Most of all she loved her family.

Gertie was preceded in death by her parents and younger brother Kenneth Duncan.

She is survived by her younger brother Jack Duncan of California. Four children: Bob Slaughter and wife Martha of Arizona, Bill Slaughter and wife Ruth of Arizona, Nancy New and husband Neal of Arkansas and Jeannie Merriman of Arizona. Nine grandchildren: Robert Slaughter, Aaron Slaughter, Jeremy Rhoades, Crystal Johnson, Sarah Dalton, Michelle Criner, Brandy Cunningham, Willie Slaughter and Heidi Merriman. Twelve great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity in memory of Gertie.

Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home Danville and River Valley Crematory Dardanelle.