Emma Louise Shelton

Emma Louise Shelton, 94 of Eden, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at her home.

A funeral service will be held at 3pm Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Overlook Cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.

She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Ola and Edward Shelton, as well as her sister, Anne Hill.

She is survived by her brother Kent Shelton; her children Barbara Mounce and Eddie Hankins; her grandchildren Susie Elvin (Kevin), Adam Hankins, and Will Hankins; her nephews Scott Shelton and Todd Shelton

Emma spoke often of her time working in the hospital and nursing home. She ran her own beauty salon and had a great relationship with her customers over the years. Flowers, and being outdoors, was one of her biggest passions. She always enjoyed getting to spend time with family and meeting new people.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com.