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Gwendolyn Denise Johnson

09/07/1948 - 10/17/2026

Obituary For Gwendolyn Denise Johnson

Ms. Gwendolyn Denise Johnson, 78, of Jackson, MS was born September 7, 1948 to Luther Banks and Carrie Lee Nichols Banks. Ms. Gwendolyn a loving, caring, compassionate daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend transitioned peacefully Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Baptist Medical Center.

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Services

Public Visitation

Oct
23
Westhaven Funeral Home

3580 Robinson Street
Jackson, MS 39209

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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Celebration Services

Oct
24
Mount Nebo Baptist Church

1245 Tunica Street
Jackson, MS 39209

2:00 PM
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πŸ•ŠοΈβ€οΈ Rest in Heavenly Peace, Aunt Gwen. β€οΈπŸ•ŠοΈ

My heart is heavy knowing that you're no longer here with us. I wish I had reached out more, and I wish we had more time together, but I'm truly grateful that God allowed us the opportunity to reconnect before your passing. I will always cherish that time, and I will hold those memories close to my heart. Although my heart aches, I find comfort in knowing that you are at peace and that your soul is in glory. πŸ™πŸ½ I pray that God wraps His loving arms around our family and everyone who knew and loved you during this difficult time. May He bring comfort to every grieving heart, strength to those who feel weak, peace to those who are hurting, and healing to those who are struggling to accept this loss. May God also comfort every life you touched, every person who carries a memory of you, and everyone who is feeling the emptiness your passing has left behind. May we find comfort in the love we shared, the memories we created, and the impact you made during your time here with us. ❀️ Aunt Gwen, you will be missed more than words can express. Though we wish we had more time, I am thankful for the time we were given. I pray that the Lord gives our family the grace to navigate this loss and reminds us that even in our sorrow, we are never alone. May His peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:7 KJV) Until we meet again, Aunt Gwen, may you rest peacefully in the presence of the Lord. May your memory forever live on in the hearts of those who loved you. πŸ•ŠοΈπŸ™πŸ½ With love, remembrance, and heartfelt prayers, Your niece Gabrielle Burt (Banks)❀️

Gabrielle Burt (Banks)

Miss Gwen, though I only knew you less than a year, it was a pleasure meeting you and spending time in your home. Thank you for the hospitality shared to me and Sarah and the care you showed. May you rest in everlasting peace with our heavenly father! ❀️

Cynthia Woodall

Praying for the family and the friends of our church member and a dear friend. Gwen you were a pleasure to know throughout the years , we remember your smile, hospitality and a genuine friendship that has stood the test of time. Gwen you were loved and you will be missed , recently when we last spoke we prayed together and talked about going home to be with the Lord. Family is what we always considered you as one of ours, and you accepted our family into yours. Revelations 21-4 states And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. My sister you are at peace and at home with the Lord this is not goodbye but we shall see you again. Love Jonathan and Leta Forsythe and family

Jonathan and Leta Forsythe

Praying for the family and the friends of our church member and a dear friend. Gwen you were a pleasure to know throughout the years , we remember your smile, hospitality and a genuine friendship that has stood the test of time. Gwen you were loved and you will be missed , recently when we last spoke we prayed together and talked about going home to be with the Lord. Family is what we always considered you as one of ours, and you accepted our family into yours. Revelations 21-4 states And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. My sister you are at peace and at home with the Lord this is not goodbye but we shall see you again. Love Jonathan and Leta Forsythe and family

Jonathan and Leta Forsythe

Praying for the family and the friends of our church member and a dear friend. Gwen you were a pleasure to know throughout the years , we remember your smile, hospitality and a genuine friendship that has stood the test of time. Gwen you were loved and you will be missed , recently when we last spoke we prayed together and talked about going home to be with the Lord. Family is what we always considered you as one of ours, and you accepted our family into yours. Revelations 21-4 states And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. My sister you are at peace and at home with the Lord this is not goodbye but we shall see you again. Love Jonathan and Leta Forsythe and family

Jonathan and Leta Forsythe

My Deepest condolences to the family 🌹🌹🌹🌹

Melinda Mack

I DIDN'T KNOW MS.GWENDOLYN.,BUT MR.HAROLD GRANT , YOU PUT IT SO BEAUTIFULLY IN UR WORDS FOR HER HOMEGOING.LOVE IT. REST IN ETERNAL PEACE IN THE ARMS OF OUR GOD ALMIGHTY.THANK U HAROLD.

Steen Amos

I send my sincere condolences to the entire family of GWEN JOHNSON. May God bless, comfort, and give you strength and peace during this time of bereavement. Love, from friend and neighbor Mary Linda Holden

Mary holden

Be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have (1Peter 3:15) In Matthew 24,Jesus pointed out the necessity of being all set for His later return. He told His listeners that they 'Must be ready ' because He will come Again (V44)and Peter later wrote that believers should prepare themselves ahead of time intellectually and spiritually to give the reason for the hope that(they)have.(1 Peter 3:15) Our lives should be ones preparation.. First, we must make sure we're ready for Jesus return by putting our FAITH IN HIM. Next, our task is to continually prepare ourselves for service for Him even if it means to "suffer for doing good (V,17) with His help, Gwendolyn got readyπŸ™πŸΏ. Dear Jesus, please help me use my time wisely-preparing for what you want me to do. While I handle daily responsibilities, help me to also set aside times for spiritual preparation. Amen & Amen. Thank you God. Harold Grant/Classmate 7thgrade Jim Hill High Schl. 62'πŸ’šπŸ’›RIP. This is not Goodbye, But thanks, for Your Attentive response to God..πŸ˜‡

HAROLD GRANT

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