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Emma Ella Peterson

Passed 12/10/2025

Obituary For Emma Ella Peterson

Emma Ella King Peterson,101, of Vanceboro was called to enter the Heavenly Gates on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.

Viewing Friday from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.


Her service is Noon, Monday, December 22, 2025 at St. James Disciples Of Christ Church Hwy. 118, Vanceboro with viewing at 11:00 AM. The entombment will follow at Greenleaf Memorial Park.

She is survived by her daughters, Gloria Peterson of the home; Willie Mae Moore, Dover, Doris Richards (Waldo), Havelock, Barbara Burke (Dion) Boston, MA; sons, Clinton Peterson, Vanceboro and Leo Peterson (Dory), Boston, MA; twenty-nine grandchildren; fifty great-grandchildren; nineteen great-great grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be forwarded to Cash App: $GloriaPeterson9 OR Venmo:@Gloria-Peterson-40.


Condolences & Tributes

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Saint John Church of Christ Dover sends our deepest condolences to the Peterson Family. Dr. Winfred Parker Pastor

Betty Lloyd

To the Family of Emma Ella Peterson, please accept our heartfelt condolences on her passing. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time, and we hope cherished memories bring you comfort. Leo is an important part of our team, and we are keeping him especially in our thoughts and prayers

House Whisperers

TO THE PETERSON FAMILY: I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mother. My prayers are with you today and always.

Jearline Harris Spence

My sympathy to the family may God bless.you and God bless mrs Emma rest in peace

Sampson. Coward

To the family of our dear cousin Emma, she was always a very happy acting LADY. REST IN PEACE. Love cousins, Doris King, Thomas King, SR, Anzilia King Anderson, Alpharadia King Foreman.

Alpharadia King Foreman

My Dearest Mama, You treated me as if I was your own daughter from the very first day we met! Always made me feel loved and missed. I loved you like you were my own mother. Leo and I will definitely miss you making fun of us and telling us to be kind to one another. You will deeply be missed and thought of each and every day. Rest in peace and know that we love and miss you deeply.

Loving You Always, Your Son Leo and daughter in law Dory Peterson

Dory Peterson

The Carmon family extends our deepest condolences to our cousins. We will keep the family in prayer and may God bless and comfort the family.

The Carmon Family, Grifton, NC

My sincere condolences to you Leo and your family for the loss of your mom. Cherish the memories. Tara Todd (Tee)

Tara Todd

My Sincere Condolences to All,She Resting in Heavenly Home

Ms.Cynthia Mundine

Thoughts and prayers goes out to the family. Ms. Emma rest in peace. Mitch Dawson

Mitch Dawson

Gloria,I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Sending you prayers and my condolences. Denise Joyner

Denise Joyner

Lord Grandma,,My heart is tore up..I'm definitely gonna miss you..,but our Matriarch has gained her wings..We all love you and gonna miss you dearly...Lord give us the strength,,cause we definitely need it..I love you forever Grandma Emma.

Charlotte Simmons

So sorry for your loss Gloria, my friend and co-worker. I pray God gives you and your family strength and comfort during this difficult time.

Deatrice "Dee Dee " Latham

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

Devora Dixon

Our deepest condolences to the Peterson family. May God continue to bless and keep each of you. you

Theresa Parmley

Grandma. Im sorry. Im miss you. My soul is broken

Tinisha Gibbs

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.

Virginia McCabe

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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