Miss Me But Let Me Go

When I come to the end of the road, and the sun has set on me,

I want no rites in a gloo- filled room, why cry for a soul set free.

Miss me a little - but not too long, and not with your head bowed low,

Remember the love that we once shared, miss me - but let me go.

For this is a journey that we all must take, and each must go alone.

It's all a part of the Master's plan, a step on the road to home.

When you are lonely and sick of heart, go to the friends we know.

And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds, miss me - but let me go.

Zella "Lou" Johnson, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on March 10, 2026. Born on December 31, 1932, in Windsor, Missouri, Lou graced this world with her presence for 93 remarkable years.

Lou graduated from Windsor High School in 1950. She was known for her beautiful laugh and her spunky personality. Friends and family appreciated her straightforwardness and honesty as she was never afraid to tell the truth. Lou's strength and self-sufficiency shone through in her decision to live independently, showcasing her resilient nature until the very end. In her spare time, Lou enjoyed cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs and watching the Hallmark Channel. Her creative side manifested in her love for sewing, in crafting pillows and blankets. Lou was also an avid reader, with a special fondness for romance novels. Known for her vibrant spirit, she found joy in dancing and would seize any opportunity to partake. A remarkable feature of Lou's character was her thoughtfulness. She had a treasured tradition of sending cards to her loved ones on every occasion—from birthdays and holidays to life milestones and even simple thank-you notes. Her thoughtful gestures added a personal touch that brought joy to everyone who received her messages.

Lou's passing is preceded by her parents, Floyd and Ethel Freeman; her beloved husband, Emmett Junior Johnson; and her son, Terry Wayne Johnson. Her legacy of love and laughter lives on through her daughter, Quintah Mann; her grandchildren, Stacey Ramel (Michael), Amber Mann, and Holli Combs; her great-grandchildren, Zoey Ramel, Karis Ramel, and Lexie Monterrosa; her sister, Sandra Kay Miller; as well as many nieces and nephews.