Emma Ella King Peterson,101, of Vanceboro was called to enter the Heavenly Gates on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.
Services arrangements are pending. Her entombment will be held Greenleaf Memorial Park.
She is survived by her daughters, Gloria Peterson of the home; Willie Mae Moore (Linwood), Dover, Doris Richards (Waldo), Havelock, Barbara Burke (Dion) Boston, MA, Emma Gatlin (Craig), New Bern; sons, Clinton Peterson, Vanceboro and Leo Peterson (Dora), Boston, MA; twenty-two grandchildren and a host of great-grandchildren.
My Prayers and Condolences to the Family of Mrs Emma Peterson. She was a very kind person the first day I met her through her daughter little Emma. I pray God strengthen the family doing this time
Our deepest condolences to the Peterson family. May God continue to bless and keep each of you. you
Grandma. Im sorry. Im miss you. My soul is broken
To the Peterson family and dear godparents, Pastor Doris, Richards, and brother Waldo Richards, we offer heartfelt condolences. Our first encounter with Mother Emma, many years ago, revealed a radiant joy that drew everyone near. Her boundless love and warmth touched countless lives, never forgetting a face or a name. As she celebrates a life well-lived surrounded by loved ones, may the joy of her legacy and the promise of eternal life bring you comfort and strength. May prayers keep you, grateful for the precious gift she was to your family. Though her departure leaves a void, heaven now rejoices in her presence. Sleep peacefully, Mother Emma, surrounded by love and divine grace. With love and blessings, Pastor Cedric Mccabe, Prophetess Virginia Mccabe, The House of Ministries, FayetteVille, North Carolina.
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