Ann Lynnette Emerson was born November 13, 1951, in Yoakum, Texas to Nettie Viola Boyd Emerson and Lawrence Elmore Emerson, weighing 6lbs, 14oz at birth. She went Home to her Lord on October 17, 2026, at the age of 74. Her two brothers, Lawrence Ray and Garland, superseded her in death as did her parents and niece Connie Emerson Bohuslav.

Lynnette earned her bachelor’s and two master’s degreesfrom what was then Southwest Texas State University.She began her 46-year teaching career at San Marcos Academy where she taught for two years. She then movedto Woodsboro ISD where she taught English, Photography, and Journalism before becoming High School Counselor. She was very involved in UIL One-Act Play, serving as contest manager for several districts for over twenty years.

Ms. Emerson is survived by her nephews and nieces: Keith (Hannorah) Emerson of CO; nephew-in-love Steve Bohuslav of Austin, TX; Thane (Judy) Emerson of Rockport, TX; Julie (Gary) Knocke of Grapevine, TX;Suzanne (Will) Russell of Houston, TX, as well as ten great-nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her partner of 30 years, Kate Jones of Woodsboro, TX.

There will be a Celebration of Life Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. at the Woodsboro ISD Multi-Purpose Dome at 904 Locke St. Formal attire is not necessary and bright colors are requested.

A second Celebration of Life will be graveside at Oak Grove Cemetery in Yoakum, TX on November 7, 2026, at11:00 A.M. Dress respectfully and comfortably.

Since there will not be a traditional service as such, donations are encouraged to an Animal Rescue of your choice, the CLL Society (https://cllsociety.org), or another organization or charity of your choosing.