Birth date: Jan 23, 1947 Death date: Jul 1, 2021
Emily Frances Jordan Johnson was born in Memphis, TN on January 23, 1947 and departed this earthly life to be with the Lord on July 1, 2021. She leaves behind her beloved husband of nearly 39 years, Richard Johnson, and her lovin Read Obituary
I was blessed to have Emily in my life and to call her friend. We had many adventures over the years and so much fun.
We went through trials together and supported each other. I will always be grateful that God brought her into my life. She was one of a kind and I loved her dearly. She will live in my heart and will always be in my thoughts.
Fly high Emily, you are with the Lord and rejoicing in His glory. Love you, Jacque
Boy oh boy——the memories I made with Melissa at her house and Miss Emily was like a second mom to me because their house was my second home. All of the giggling those many years ago to the visits when I’d come back in town many years later, Miss Emily was that comfortable, familiar portion of home. So thankful for having her as part of my life and for the precious daughter she raised that will always be my best friend.
We need "Emilys" in Washington DC and in the capitols of every state government. Her light shined so brightly, it could knock you backwards. Emily had a way of making those around her laugh without even trying. Today there are so many names and events which I can't remember. However, there is one event involving sweet Emily that will forever be engraved in my memory. Of course, I don't recall the year but I am guessing it was most likely 1987,88, or 89. The Collierville Elementary teachers were sitting together at a big round table at the former Shelby County Teacher Retirement dinner. Someone really important must have been retiring that night because the tables and the room were packed. Emily had to go to the ladies room. When she tried to make her exit she and the male server were going in opposite directions but had to pass each other in a very tight spot going face to face - chest to chest. So tight was this "passing" that somehow Emily's belt got hung on the zipper of the male server's pants. Well, we know where this was going if either of them tried to reach down to "disconnect". So, after much ado, the two of them put their hands on each other's shoulders and bunny-hopped out of the room. The commotion at our table was not appreciated by those running the show up-front. However, it made for one of the funniest memories ever in the lives of those who witnessed up close.
Emily and Richard have let the love of Christ continue to shine through them these past few years. How blessed are all who have had the privilege to see them through this journey. "I have fought the good fight; I have finished the race;
I HAVE KEPT THE FAITH." II Timothy 4:7
Sincerely,
Beth Gurner
I worked with Emily for seven years, and loved every minute of it. We both loved first graders and she made our hallway a happy place. One thing that stands out, she would tell the boys to take off their caps when they entered the building. They looked very puzzled but they obeyed. Emily and Marty were like Laverne and Shirley which always made me laugh. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
