Born in Memphis, Tennessee, on April 7, 1962, Emerson Whitney Paraham Jr. died in Fort Worth, Texas, on July 2, 2025. His commitment to his career, his lively personality, and his devoted family define his legacy.
As a medical technician, Emerson spent a large portion of his career in the health sector, improving the lives of numerous people. Later in his career, he worked in customer service at FedEx, where his love of helping people was still evident. Emerson’s career was distinguished by his dedication to serving people and his perceptive problem-solving abilities, which made a deep impression on everyone he interacted with.
Emerson’s affectionate and considerate disposition was well-known throughout his life. He loved to spend time with his loved ones and friends, and he had a special talent for making people laugh and smile. Everyone who had the good fortune to know him will cherish his contagious sense of humor and his sincere friendliness.
Sandra Paraham, Emerson’s devoted wife, who was a pillar of his life, is his surviving spouse. His father, Emerson Whitney Paraham Sr., and mother, Willie Mae Paraham, both had a significant influence on Emerson’s development and passed away before him.
Emerson Whitney Paraham Jr.’s viewing will be held at the Golden Gate Funeral Home in Fort Worth, Texas, on July 31, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The funeral ceremony will begin at 11:00 AM. Emerson’s family and friends are cordially invited to gather in remembrance of his extraordinary life and to cherish his memory.
Though his energy and the love he offered will live on in the memories of those who loved him, Emerson Whitney Paraham Jr. will be sorely missed.
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