of Marion, AR
February 24, 1938 - January 12, 2024
Emmett Gadberry, Jr., 85, passed away on January 12th, 2024 at his home in Marion, Arkansas.
A graduate of Hughes High School, Emmett attended Northwest Mississippi Junior College and Arkansas State University, after which he pursued a career in agriculture, which spanned six decades. He served as a deacon a First Baptist Church, Hughes, Arkansas prior to moving to Marion where he attended First Baptist Church of Marion.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Lucille Gibbons Gadberry; their three children, Marianne Cupples (Bobby) of Proctor, Arkansas; Melanie Meurrier (Turner) of Marion, Arkansas; Emmett III (Cynthia) also of Marion, Arkansas; four grandchildren, Ashli Byas (Chance) of Southaven, Mississippi; Mallory Grove (John) of Arlington, Virginia; Carolyn Barnes (Brandon) of Marion, Arkansas; Emma Stewart (Hunter) of Crawfordsville, Arkansas; four great grandchildren, Jack Grove, Adelyn Kate Byas, Hallie Whit Stewart and Warmack Barnes; a brother, Billy Gadberry of Marion, Arkansas and a sister, Joyce Wooten (Bobby) of Springdale, Arkansas.
Preceding him were his parents, Emmett Sr and Pearl Woods Gadberry; a brother, Gene Gadberry and two sisters, Betty Harrelson and Jean Cooley Butler.
Services will be held on Thursday, January 18th at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Memphis, Arkansas. Visitation will be from 1PM - 3PM with service to follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to:
Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary
2095 Appling Road
Cordova, TN 38016
Or
Miracle of Redemption Church
3575 Orchi Rd.
Memphis, TN 38108
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 18707351000.
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56 Condolence(s)
Bro Jerry McNeer
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
3/18/23
I just saw where Emmet has finished his course here on earth. We go way back to the early 80’s when I first came to Lakeshore. He was such a precious soul. Through all kinds of difficulties, he always smiled. It was a joy serving as pastor to his sweet mama and Aunt Lula. (Bro Jerry)
Mary Ann and Daniel Funderburg
Thursday, January 18, 2024
We were so sorry to hear about your family's loss. Mr. Gadberry was a very kind and sweet man. He always had a smile on his face. May the Lord comfort each of you during this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Much love sent to you all
Love, Mary Ann & Daniel
Nancy Beggs
Thursday, January 18, 2024
Sorry for the loss of this great kind man like a dad to me. His smile was always there no matter what!! A Godly man who lived his family so much! Resting now with Jesus!
RICKY EUBANKS
Thursday, January 18, 2024
SO SORRY TO HEAR MR. EMMETT HAS PASSED. I KNEW HIM SINCE I WAS A KID AND HE ALWAYS TREATED ME SO WELL. HE HELPED ME OUT OF SOME BAD TIMES MORE THAN ONCE AND NEVER ASKED FOR ANYTHING IN RETURN. WHAT A GOOD FRIEND I WILL MISS HIS SMILE.WHAT A GREAT MAN HE WAS!
Kay Bonds
Thursday, January 18, 2024
I’m sure Mr Emmett is smiling in heaven just as he smiled all the time on earth. Such a kind man. Hugs and love and comfort for each family member. The nicest family.
Dennie Stokes
Thursday, January 18, 2024
I pray for peace and comfort for all the family. Emmett was a true gentleman with a servant’s heart always kind and caring. I was blessed to know him.
Bryan Layne Dunlap
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
So sorry to learn of Emmett passing. We have lost a wonderful friend as well as a fine example of how to treat our fellow man in a very true and loving way. May Ms/ Lucille and all of the family find peace in the days to come. I have lost a friend, mentor and a great example in my life; however I was blessed and honored to have had Emmett and his family in my life.
Barbara Partain Cook
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
So sorry to hear about Mr Gadberry , husband Buddy Cook worked with him, and though highly of him!
Brent Renfrow
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Mr. Emmett was a great man. He set a great example for me and many others. He will be missed.
Pat Allman
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
My condolences to the family of Mr. Emmett. Prayers for all of you in the days ahead. He is definitely going to be missed by everyone who knew him.
Dennis and Lethia Cupples
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Mr Emmett was a godly man that always had a smile.
Keith and Lori Nicholson
Monday, January 15, 2024
We are so thankful for Mr. Emmett and the Gadberry family. You all are so special to us and we love you all. We appreciate the kindness, generosity, and friendships you have given us. We are praying strength and peace over you all at this difficult time. Mr. Emmett will truly be missed, but never forgotten.
Cain Wheeler
Monday, January 15, 2024
So sorry to hear of the passing of Bro. Emmett. Praising the Lord, however he is with Jesus. Praying for you all
Ginny Ford Dutchik
Monday, January 15, 2024
So sorry to hear the sad news. . .Condolences from the Burr Ford Family. . .Will be missed from many. . .
Jack Nall
Monday, January 15, 2024
I remember Emmett as a good man of high integrity. Prayers for the family.
Bobby Ward
Monday, January 15, 2024
I have known Mr Emmitt since I was 9 ears old. He was a very good person and a great friend. Our prayers go out to the family. He will missed by so many because of the good friend he was.
Jerry
Monday, January 15, 2024
Sorry to hear of Mr. Emmett’s passing. Pray you find peace knowing he was a true southern gentleman that loved his family deeply. I will forever be grateful for his and Miss Lucille’s friendship. Jerry Haralson
Marsha Cupples
Sunday, January 14, 2024
Mr. Emmett was a wonderful man and I loved him dearly. He always showed me kindness and love, especially during the hard times when I was unable to love myself. He graduated high school with my daddy and we talked of him often. Prayers for Mrs. Lucille and the rest of his family. They love just as strongly as he has modeled all his life.
Tony C Dennison
Sunday, January 14, 2024
What a great man he was
Dr. & Mrs. Bob Pearle
Sunday, January 14, 2024
Mr. Emmet was a steadfast friend to us in our years of service at FBC Hornersville. He & Mrs. Lucille were like 2nd parents to us during seminary days. We are very grateful for his influence & wisdom & laughter in our lives. The memories come flooding in. Our hearts & prayers are with you.
Deborah (Debbie) Pearle
Kim and Danny Human
Saturday, January 13, 2024
We are so sorry to hear this. May the family find peace. Mr. Emmett was a kind and gracious man.
Lynda Wise
Saturday, January 13, 2024
The family is in our prayers at this time of sorrow. We have many great memories with the Gadberry family. Emmett was a good friend and classmate of Cliff. He is not suffering and is at peace. A loss for us, but a better life for him.
Craig and Laura Parker
Saturday, January 13, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss. We were neighbors forever. There hasn’t been a day went by that I haven’t thought of Mr Emmitt and Mrs Lucile. Sense they moved away. My prayers are with this great family.
María thompson
Saturday, January 13, 2024
A big hug to the whole family for the departure of a great man. He will always be in my prayers.
I'm so sorry
Maria
Charlie Lawrence Family
Saturday, January 13, 2024
A great guy whose friendship has been remembered since childhood.
Clifton and Darrellann Wise
Saturday, January 13, 2024
Mr. Emmett will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Eugene J. “Jeff” Van Sickle
Saturday, January 13, 2024
Gadberry Family~ May GOD wrap y’all in his loving arms during this time of loss…
John and Dara Doss
Saturday, January 13, 2024
So sorry for your loss, John and I send our deepest condolences.
Harold Davidson
Saturday, January 13, 2024
I extend my deepest condolences to Mrs. Gadberry and family in the loss of a man I admired and respected. Mr. Gadberry was on the school board when I served as Hughes High School principal in the early 1980’s. As we say in the south, “all good folks.” I pray God comforts and blesses you all.
Bill Warren
Saturday, January 13, 2024
I am sorry to learn of Emmett’s passing. I knew him from our high school days in Hughes. He and my mother and father, Dock and Kathleen Warren were close friends for many years. He spoke at my father’s funeral. He will be missed by all that knew him. Bill Warren
Mike & Frances Hodges
Saturday, January 13, 2024
We so very sorry for your loss! We pray that the Lord will wrap y’all in his love and comfort!
Robert Lee Johnson Jr
Saturday, January 13, 2024
Thoughts & prayers, comfort & peace to the family
Avis Fortner
Friday, January 12, 2024
I’m so sorry to hear of his passing. He was my landlord in Hughes,Arkansas when I started my teaching journey. His wife Mrs.Lucille was our Sunday School teacher when Roger and I started our journey as husband and wife. We were delighted when they came to Marion and we got to worship with them again at First Marion. I’ll be praying for all of you as you deal with this tremendous loss.
Diane Smith
Friday, January 12, 2024
I am so very sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
Diane Bailey Smith
Kristi and Gus Malzahn
Friday, January 12, 2024
So sorry to hear of his passing…. He was always so very kind and loved his family big. Prayers of comfort for all of you.
Michael & Linda Adkison
Friday, January 12, 2024
Mr. Emmett will be missed and we wish the family the sincerest of condolences.
Joey Caldwell
Friday, January 12, 2024
Emmett so sorry for the loss to you and your family. Nothing really prepares us for these transitions. Know that we care about you and pray for you as you mourn the loss.
Beck & Gail Newton
Friday, January 12, 2024
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Mr. Emmet was a great man and will be missed by many.
TAl Goldsbu
Friday, January 12, 2024
Extremely sorry
Scott Tefteller
Friday, January 12, 2024
Prayers and Condolences to the family. I always enjoyed working with Mr Emmett. He was always professional and courteous. He will be missed
Jim Bailey
Friday, January 12, 2024
Emmett was always a favorite of my Dad and me. He will be missed by many people who were impacted by knowing him.
Tommy Peaster
Friday, January 12, 2024
Sorry to hear of your loss
Niki Baker and Cathie Griggs
Friday, January 12, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss yall are in our thoughta and prayers
Annette Tolleson(Amaya)
Friday, January 12, 2024
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Gadberry. He was always a sweet man. I am gonna miss seeing him at Walmart. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Randy Mitteness
Friday, January 12, 2024
My sympathy to all of his family. I always enjoyed working with Emmett. He was a kind caring man.
Barte' Family
Friday, January 12, 2024
I am so sorry for you loss. Please know that y'all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Hugs for everyone.
Kristy Simmons
Friday, January 12, 2024
So sorry to hear on Emmett passing he was a great man love you all sorry I won't be able to make it
Lisa Riley Adams
Friday, January 12, 2024
I am so sorry to read of Emmett’s death. The kindness shown to me by the Gadberry family as a young woman just out of college and on my own for the first time will never be forgotten. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Max & LaJuan Herron
Friday, January 12, 2024
He was a fine man will really be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family
Keith and Diane Cupples
Friday, January 12, 2024
We are so sorry to hear of Emmet’s passing. Prayers for the family.
Barbara & Randy Lee
Friday, January 12, 2024
Mrs. Lucille, Marianne, Melanie, & Emmett,
Randy and I are praying for peace and comfort during this time.
Michelle Hinze
Friday, January 12, 2024
Emmett and family I am sorry for your loss!
Gary Harlow
Friday, January 12, 2024
He was a fine man. prayers for his family.
Gary Harlow
Friday, January 12, 2024
Connie Heavener Dail
Friday, January 12, 2024
I am so sorry for your family's loss. Mr. Gadberry was always kind to all of us kids in Hughes. Prayers for all the family. Connie Heavener Dail
Charlotte Wicks
Friday, January 12, 2024
I am so sorry to read of Emmett’s death. My family always thought a lot of him. My prayers for God’s comfort and peace be with you now and in the days ahead.