Emma passed away in Irving, Texas on November 23, 2023. She was born on January 26,1938 in Van Zandt County, Texas to Ernest Edward Emerson and Dovie Brunson Emerson.
Emma was a determined lady. At the age of 12 she started her own business; she was in demand for doing hair for the ladies at church. Emma was a giving person; her joy was in helping others. In 1982 she met and married her beloved, Antonio Ibarra. The couple had 41 beautiful years together. Emma was a custodian for the Irving ISD. She enjoyed seeing the children and doing her part for the better of their education.
Emma was an adventure some person; she loved to travel. Trips to Mexico and Arizona made great memories. Emma was up for anything- riding horses in Bryce Canyon, Utah, even a wild stagecoach ride in Arizona. Emma had an infectious smile and loved Elvis. She dearly loved her family and time with family. Emma will live on in the hearts and memories of all that knew and loved her.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Dovie Emerson; sisters, Madgillean Emerson Whatley and Flo Emerson McGowan; brothers, Arville Edward Emerson and Dennis Doil Emerson.
Emma is survived by her beloved husband, Tony Ibarra; daughter, Marilyn Johnson Harris and husband, Joseph; sons, Garland Lynn Johnson and wife, Leann; Mark Edward Johnson; Samuel Jed Johnson; step son Juan Ibarra & family; and several other step children. 13 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; sister, Lula Ballow; and a host of other family and dear friends.
A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. before the service on Wednesday, November 29, 2023.
Interment will be at Tarver Cemetery in Van Zandt County, Texas.
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