Emma E. Pearson  (Dunlap), aged 85, of Carriere, Miss., passed away on Aug. 18, 2024. Born on April 19, 1939, in Chariton, Iowa, she was cherished in her community and a committed member of Flat Top Unity Baptist Church.

Emma dedicated many years of service as an Administrative Assistant at the University of Tennessee, Memphis, before her retirement. She spent many years as a resident of Memphis, Tenn. and upon retirement in 2002, moved with her husband to Carriere, Miss.  

Known for her loving personality and kindness, Emma was a prayer warrior, loved by all who knew her. She found great joy in watching birds at the feeder and fountain in her yard, and her adoration for her only grandchild, Stephen, was unmatched.

Emma is survived by her sons, Mark Pearson and Phil (Melissa) Pearson; her grandson, Stephen Pearson, and her brother, Sam Dunlap. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lowell Pearson, and brothers, George, Jimmy, Chester, and Carl Dunlap.

Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024, at Picayune Funeral Home in Picayune, Miss. The funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. on the same day. Burial will take place at New Palestine Cemetery in Picayune, Miss.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Flat Top Unity Baptist Church in her memory. 

Emma’s final arrangements are entrusted to Picayune Funeral Home, Picayune, Miss.