Emma B. May-Bishop, nee Steward, 88, of Caseyville, Illinois, born Saturday, July 12, 1930, in Holcomb, MO, passed away Thursday, January 17, 2019 at h her residence.
Emma worked as a House Cleaner and was a member of Dayspring Four Square Church in South Roxana, Illinois.
She was preceded in death by her:
- 1st Husband: Charles May
- 2nd Husband: Bill Bishop
- Parents: Osman P. and Anna Bell, nee Langford, Steward
- 7 Brothers
- Bryon Steward
- Shorty Steward
- Joe Steward
- Herman Steward
- Celic Steward
- Bruce Steward
- Melvin Steward
- Sister: Rosey Menley
Surviving are her:
- 2 Children
- James E. (Betty Ann) Nations of Campbell, MO
- Linda S. Langston of Caseyville, IL
- 4 Grandchildren
- Jackie Langston
- Tammy (Kris) Nash
- Regina Langston
- Bill Nations
- 6 Great-Grandchildren
Memorials: Memorials may be made to Heartland Hospice.
Visitation: Visitation from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Monday, January 21, 2019 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, Illinois.
Funeral: will be held at 1:00 pm, Monday, January 21, 2019 at Kurrus Funeral Home, with Rev. Gene Etheridge officiating. Interment will follow at Marissa City Cemetery, Marissa, Illinois.
10 Comments To "Emma B. May-Bishop"
#1 Comment By carol & bob french On January 18, 2019 @ 3:13 pm
loved this sweet little lady so much. Sure will miss her very much.
#2 Comment By Dorene Anderson On January 18, 2019 @ 5:41 pm
So sorry for your loss Emma was a real sweetheart of a person my thoughts & prayers are with all of you .
#3 Comment By Darla and Norman On January 19, 2019 @ 7:46 am
She will forever have a special place in our hearts . Prayers for the family and comfort in this time of grief.
#4 Comment By Brother Don On January 19, 2019 @ 11:21 am
A mother to us all. Thank you for being a blessing to all of at Dayspring Foursquare Church
#5 Comment By Ruth Hines On January 19, 2019 @ 12:11 pm
Loved this sweet lady so much and she loved everyone. Always caring about you. Rest in Gods arms Emma we will truly miss seeing you.
#6 Comment By Tinacarll On January 19, 2019 @ 12:12 pm
Im sorry for ur lost linda praying for u live u
#7 Comment By Jean Wilfong On January 19, 2019 @ 2:56 pm
Emma will be missed so much. I’m so sorry Linda. Hugs and prayers
#8 Comment By Virginia Higgins On January 19, 2019 @ 9:07 pm
She will be missed by so many.
#9 Comment By Tina Smith RN On January 21, 2019 @ 12:18 pm
It was my great honor to meet Ms Emma and hopefully help to provide comfort to allow peace for her and her family. May your memories give you moments of solace.
#10 Comment By Tina Smith RN On January 24, 2019 @ 9:49 am
It was my great honor to meet Ms Emma and hopefully help to provide comfort to allow peace for her and her family. May your memories give you moments of solace.