Donna Lou McDaniel

Donna Lou McDaniel, age 64 of Gainesville, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025 at her home. Donna was born in Searcy , Arkansas on October 21, 1960 to the late Ed and Fannie (Arnold) Medlock. Donna loved to cook and meticulously cared for her home and yard. She also dedicated her time to working with the Salvation Army.

She is survived by a son, Christopher (Thea) McDaniel of Bradford, Arkansas; a daughter, Misty (Jeff) Hepner of Baldnob, Arkansas; grandchildren, Patience, Austin, Parker, and Kyleigh; and a sister, Peggy (Ray) Miller of Bradford, Arkansas.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Floyd, Jimmy, and Steve Medlock.

Final memorialization will be by cremation.

The staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home is honored to serve this family during their time of loss.