Obituary of Lana Fay McElwrath
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother,
Lana Fay McElwrath, who passed away on October 17, 2024, at the age of 73
at Baptist Hospital Pensacola, FL.
She was born June 23, 1951, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, she was the daughter of
the late Victor and Bertie Parsons. She was a dedicated and loving wife to her
late husband Bobby McElwrath, and a devoted mother to her children.
She is survived by her daughter Tina Soren (Marc); daughter Barbie
Hemmingsen (Jack); son Robert McElwrath (Jamie); and daughter Robin
McCaffery (Coll), she had 11 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren, who
will miss her dearly. Her family also included 6 sisters Barbara Foster; Marie
Green; Mary LaFond; Nadene Goodall; Judy Parson and Linda Hampton, 5
brothers Jerry Wayne Parsons; Archie Parsons; Donald Parsons; Leonard
Parsons and Karl Parsons.
Lana McElwrath was a kind and generous soul, always putting others’ needs before her own. Her love
and compassion extended to all those who knew her, and she will be remembered for her infectious
smile and warm personality. She lived a fulfilling life and was a woman of many talents. She had a
passion for cooking and baking, and her homemade dishes were always the highlight of many family
gatherings.
A Graveside Memorial service to be held later with family and friends at Resthaven Memorial Gardens,
Clarksville, TN
Rest in peace, dear Mother. You will forever be in our hearts and memories.
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