Jeanette Turner was born on July 12, 1960, in Marshall, Texas, to the late Elisha Turner Sr and Dorothy M. Turner, who adored her dearly. She was the third of ten children, and her life was a testament to the love, strength, and close bonds of her large family.

Jeanette attended Marshall Independent School District and graduated from Marshall High School in 1978. She went on to earn her Bachelor of Arts degree from Wiley College in 1982. She dedicated over 20 plus years of faithful service to the UT Health Center as Human Resources/Benefits Manager in Tyler, Texas, where she worked until her retirement in 2015.

Jeanette truly enjoyed life. She loved traveling, sitting outside on the porch, visiting the casino, and most of all, spending cherished time with her family. She was caring, thoughtful, and always there for others no matter the situation. Jeanette never met a stranger and had a special way of making everyone feel welcomed and valued. Her love for her family was deep and unconditional, and her presence brought comfort and joy to many.

Jeanette is survived by her long time partner, Joe Jordan Sr; beloved children, Kendrick Harris and Jasmine Harris; her partner's children, Joe Jordan Jr(Sonya) and Rita Jordan(Jack); cherished grandchildren, Elijah "EJ" Harris, Ke'Andre "Dre" Harris and De'Anthony "DJ" Orange; her dear mother, Dorothy M. Turner ; and loving siblings Diana Sandifer, Jacqueline Halcomb, Rena Turner, Elisha Turner Jr(Sharon), Darreal Turner, Paula Adams and Kelvin Turner. She is also fondly remembered by extended family, nieces, nephews, and many friends whose lives were touched by their kindness and love.

Jeanette is preceded in death by her father Elisha Turner Sr and her brother Paul Turner.

Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 31, 2026, in the Chapel of Downs Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Lewis Cemetery in Elysian Fields, Texas. Visitating hours will be held during normal business hours on January 30, 2026, at the funeral home.

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith."
— 2 Timothy 4:7

To our beloved sister Jeanette,

You were the person that was always there for everyone. So now take a rest. Don't worry about Kendrick, Jasmine, or the grandchildren. We as family will always be there for them, just as you were for each of us. We all love you dearly, but God loves you more. So until we meet again, rest in peace.

Everlasting love,
Your sisters and brothers