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“When my fight on earth became unbearable, it was then my God stretched out His arms and carried me Home”
Emma LaCue Campbell was born on February 9, 1941 in Statesboro, GA to the late Mr. & Mrs. Eria “Brooks” LaCue, Sr. To family she was affectionately known as “Em”, Aunt Em, Sis, My Sister and Manda to her grandchildren. All who knew Emma would agree she was a loving and devoted mother as her daughters and grandchildren were her pride and joy. She was 79 when she was called home on Saturday, March 28, 2020 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.
She grew up the second oldest child and first girl in a family with five siblings; four brothers and one sister. Emma attended William James High School where she was a member of the Dramatics Club, Commercial Education Club & 4-H Club. She was a huge proponent of education and always loved school and encouraged her children and “other daughters” to achieve her goal of a college education. After graduating with the Class of ’59 she pursued another dream to move to New Jersey and start her family.
Emma dedicated more than 30 years as an employee of the federal government. She worked as a Dental Assistant at the VA hospital in St. Albans, NY and then transitioned to U.S. Customs at JFK Airport where she eventually retired in 2001. An avid bowler, Emma never missed a Friday night bowling league session. Any event taking place on a Friday was sure to be rescheduled for any other day of the week. Her love for bowling allowed her to enter and win many tournaments and travel extensively throughout the United States. Even with Alzheimer’s a challenge to a friendly game of bowling was sure to bring out her competitive side. Emma also loved sewing, traveling and spending time with her family and friends. Often she would say, “I lived a good life”. (Yes, Mom you did!). We would remind her of the many places the little brown-skinned girl from Georgia got to see and explore: Mexico, Africa, Germany, Holland, Alaska, Singapore, Hong Kong, Hawaii, The Bahamas, Canada and many states here in the USA. She was sure to make friends wherever she would go; she adopted many “daughters” along the way. Emma was always sure to share her advice and life lessons that have stayed with many of us to this day.
She loved the Lord and would always give Him honor and glory for the many blessings she was given in her lifetime. She was a devoted friend to many and her favorite saying was “If I can help somebody as I travel down this road…..”. As an extension of her commitment to the body of Christ and community she proudly served on Ladies Usher Board #1 at The Greater Allen Cathedral in Jamaica, NY. It was there where she continued to grow in her relationship with the Lord and her extended family in Christ. In 2006, Emma returned to her home state of Georgia and quickly found her new church home at Fourth Street Baptist Church, in Columbus, GA. There she also served on the Ladies Usher Board and volunteered as an usher at the local theater. It gave her great pleasure and joy to be around other people and she was always willing to lend a helping hand.
Emma is preceded in death by: her father Eria “Brooks” LaCue, her mother Rosa Davis LaCue, her step-mother, Ida Ruth LaCue, her brothers Moses LaCue, and Ernest LaCue and her ex-husband Hercules Campbell.
Surviving members of her family include: her daughters, Annette Marks (Allen) of Midwest City, OK, Karen Campbell of Columbus, GA, and Cynthia Joy Campbell Brown (Darren) of Philadelphia, PA. Her sister Anne Palmer of Savannah, GA, and her brothers Frank LaCue (Melba) of Macon, GA, and Eria LaCue, Jr. (Barbara) of Jersey City, NJ. Her well-loved grandchildren are Alexa Burris, Damani Brown, Janae Brown, Danelle Brown, Tahira Traylor, Allen R. Marks, Jr., and Elizabeth Marks. Emma is also survived by four great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins along with several brothers and sisters in law.
Emma never met a stranger and is most likely in heaven saying, “I’m Emma Campbell and you are?”
The Campbell family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 7500 Veterans Parkway, Suite A, Columbus, GA 31909, 706-577-0055. The family invites you to leave a condolence or share a fond memory of Ms. Campbell below.
Felecia Moore says
My Condolences to the Family, My Roommate in College ( Annette) . I Love All of You!. I am glad I visited Your Mom ! I enjoyed every moment. She is in a better place. Rest In Peace Ms Emma. Love Cerelle ✝️🙏🏽💜😍
Felecia Moore says
My Condolences to the Family and My Roommate in College ( Annette) . I Love All of You!. I am glad I visited Your Mom ! I enjoyed every moment. She is in a better place. Rest In Peace Ms Emma. Love Cerelle ✝️🙏🏽💜😍
Polly Henderson says
Annette, Karen and Joy ❤️ From my family to yours I’m sending much love and our sincere condolences to you and the rest of the family. Keeping you in prayer during this time as you will share and remember the memories of your mother.
Regina says
Ms Emma was sweet and kind lady that I had the pleasure of traveling with her and Annette,, she enjoying cheering us on. She definitely left footprints in the sand of her life. My Condolences to her wonderful family. RIH🙏🏿🥰💜
Wendy Ables says
We send our condolences to our dear friend Annette and your entire family.
George & Wendy Ables
Melissa Sanders- Ezell says
My condolences to this awesome family. My great friend and co-worker (Annette). I’m thankful for the times I had speaking with your mother. Various times on the phone and in-person (OKC), I would inform her of your sassy attitude. She would grin and tell you to be nice. I send my prayers and sympathy.
Mary and Acacia says
Annette, I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. Your mom sounds like an exceptional woman who will be missed by many. The LORD God be near you! 🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾
Nina Carter says
My sincerest condolences to the family of Ms Emma. May His love and kindness cover you all during this difficult time.
Tom & Lynne Fisher says
Praying that God gives the family strength & peace in this their time of loss. But thanking God for his loving kindnesses for Miss Emma. She already has her… “Well done!”
Audra Harris says
My Condolence is giving to the family at this time. I am definitely praying for you now and the days to come. May you continually rest in God’s peace.
Melody Carol says
My Dearest” Mama Emma,” ( My 2nd Mom)
You will be surely missed! I will always love and admire you! You came into my life and my sons’ lives like a brilliant ray of sunlight on a warm summer day and even became an umbrella during dark and rainy tines. ( Storms in my life came and you were there with your loving kindness and tender heart.. We stood under your.umbrella too.) I will be forever grateful for every memory and precious moment that we shared. To be absent from man is to be in the presence of the Lord ( throughout eternity ) So many jewels have you gathered here on earth to place in your heavenly 👑 “. It is well with your soul. I love you! -Your “adopted( extra daughter”
There is a Song that says “When you think of my Home going don’t worry about me… I’m another soldier, in the Lord’s army and I’m going home” Mama Emma…You are home now! ❤
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To my Sisters…. Annette, Karen and Joy the Lord did not leave you confortless; the Spirit of the Living God will fall fresh on you daily.. I know how much you loved and still your “Mommy.” You are amazing women , each one in her own right. Together you girls are a force to be reckoned with! ( You are your mother’s daughters. ) She is in each one of you….how Grande is that? ❤ Rejoice and celebrate your mother’s earthly life and yes, Praise God… for.her eternal life with Christ.( She’s healed and Home) I will be honest I don’t like the 4 letter word…. L o s s. It stings. It hurts. It makes me want to weep so I will replace that 4 letter word with this one. L. O. V. E. Cherish the Love. Everything about your mom ( her way, her smile, walk, talk, style,”her purple”, her pretty nails, #slide, regal beauty, strength, grace, dignity, wit, your bond…and so much more. You have much to be grateful for; when I look at you 3 Campbell girls I see Blessed Seeds FOCUS on the L. O. V. E…
Please know that I stand with you and the Family and do not hesitate to call me when you need me. Your mom adopted me so you are stuck with me. I love you richly and deeply. You are in my prayers.
( Annette like I said ” You are a part of me …there is nothing I wouldn’t do for you.” I will try not to cry, ok. You have been my sonebody to lean on and love me. and unconditionally accept me and mine…May God allow me to be that kind of bestie/sister to you! ( We are friends of the ❤ heart !!! Standing on the PROMISES OF GOD!!!)
Ps. Thank you all for sharing your mother with me and mine, for decades ! My soul is happy about that. I experienced an Earth Angel .
Love Always,
Melody C. Gusheloff- Murdock aka
Mel
( I don’t know how to be brief. Sorry. Charge it to my head and not my heart. My heart is over flowing ❤ )
WillieMae Williams Morris says
Annette, Karen and Joy
My Condolence to your family, when I got the news my heart was sadden with disbelief, all I could do was to think about all the good times we shared. My prayer is with you and the family!
Edna Marks says
We the family of .Edna Marks
Leve our Condolences to Annette Marks and family we are praying for you all Strenght.God Blee.
Tara Dabney says
My condolences to the family and know that ya’ll are in my prayers. It’s been years since I saw Ms Manda but she’ll always have a special place in my heart. She was my daughter’s 1st friend at the Bantam’s field and introduced her to her granddaughter Janae. I’ll miss you Ms Manda as well as your Sweet Potatoe pies that you would send me.
TeikoC says
You are so regal and your finesse matchless. I’m blessed to have been in your life and you in mine. Hugs to all who follow your example and love fiercely. Until I meet you again for our heavenly electric slide.
Michele Stanley says
Ms Emma was our work mom she taught us so much about life. She will surely be missed.
I love you Ms Emma and so glad our paths have crossed, I will continue your legacy.
Love Michele Stanley your birthday twin.
Marc Thompson Jr. (Ralph) says
To Cynthia & the entire Campbell Family,
My condolences to each of you and all of you on the passing of Mrs. Campbell, your family’s matriarch.
Having known Cynthia (Joy) since high school, as I heard the remarks regarding Ms. Campbell it is clear to me that Cynthia embodies and exudes the qualities that made her mom the woman of influence and impact in the lives of all of those that spoke today.
May you be comforted by loving memories and the presence of His peace during this time and beyond.
DIANNE WICKWARE says
Emma was the first friendly face that I met in New York who invited me to her home for dinner. And from that day forward, I have felt ever so grateful to have been blessed to know one of the most kind and gracious individuals. Emma, my favorite “Social Butterfly,“ Rest In Peace,
Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you!
Be blessed!
Renee LaGoff says
Peace n blessings dear family. Grateful to attend, sorry I could not participate. I went in and out of that house on 224th street like it was my house. We take for granted those things that seem natural and normal. To say that your Mom was consistent is an understatement. There were always lessons to be learned sitting at the kitchen table. I’m so glad for those memories of green acres, fabric stores and bowling among others. Lovely to hear of all the people she touched. Humbled to be in that number. Love to Annette, Karen n Jean 😊
Ann Gibson says
My sincere condolence to you Joy and the entire Campbell family on the passing of your lovely Mother,Sister, Aunt, sister-in-law,Grandmother , Great Grandmother and a great friend. She will surely be missed , we because instant friends when we met at work and even closer friends during our bowling and socializing together.No road was too long for her to travel to be with family and friends. When I heard that she was diagnosed with Alzheimers I was devastated because it meant that I had lost a dear friend that I would talk to weekly no matter the distance between us. May the memories you have of her carry you through your time of mourning and the years ahead 🙏🏽🙏🏽.
Pamela Fisher says
To the La Cue Campbell Family,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Ms. Emma Campbell.
Ms Emma was an elegant, classy and God loving woman. We laughed so much together until we had to get tissues to wipe our eyes. That is my favorite memory of chatting with her. Always finding something in life to laugh about. She often lent me an ear to listen to my concerns and I could trust that my story would not be repeated.
She loved to walk and we often walked on the oval at 150th Street together with her way in front. Those long legs just did their thing. My memories of her will not fade anytime soon. She was a wealth of information, love and understanding. That’s what I will cherish about having known Ms Emma.
Marie Singleton says
The memorial service was absolutely beautiful. I did enjoy it. Thanks for allowing me to be a part of the home going celebration. Emma and I met in 2008 and I am thankful to have been in her life, even for such a short while. Keeping the Campbell family in my prayers.
Jamie says
My deepest sympathy to Ms. Emma’s family. May you be comforted in knowing God promises we can see our loved ones alive again. John 5:28,29: …the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life…
He will help you to cope.