Emma Jane Johnston Parro Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Emma Jane Johnston Parro (Selmer, Tennessee), born in Bethel Springs, Tennessee, who passed away on February 16, 2025, at the age of 93, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Emma Jane Johnston Parro or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Emma Jane Johnston find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Paul Johnston and Della Plunk Johnston; her husband Arnold Dow Parro; and her sibling Oaks Café. She is survived by: her daughter Paula Plunk (Tim) of Bethel Springs; her granddaughter Lindsay Dyle (Stephen) of Buffalo, Missouri; her great grandchild Allie Dyle of Buffalo, Missouri.; her friend Wanda Perrigo; her family Phyllis Simmons; and her pet Salem. She is also survived by numerous cousins and friends.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 23rd 2025 from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM at the Shackelford Funeral Directors - Selmer (160 Cypress Ave, Selmer, TN 38375). A funeral service will be held on Sunday, February 23rd 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Sunday, February 23rd 2025 at the Lake Hill Memorial Gardens (3320 Main St, Bethel Springs, TN 38315).
