Emma Lou Clark Obituary in Richmond at Scotts Funeral Home

Obituary For Emma Lou Clark

Emma Lou Clark, 82, of Richmond, departed this life March 5, 2025. She was the eldest daughter of the late Joe and Dollie Nobles and was born on November 29, 1942 in Portsmouth, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Marvin, Linwood, Erskin and Christopher Nobles.

Emma received her education at Eastern High School, in Baltimore, Maryland. After attending the public schools in Maryland, she joined the U.S. Army and later became a member of the U.S. Army Reserve for 23 years.

While serving in the U.S. Army Reserve, Emma met and married Milton E. Clark, Jr. of Chicago, Illinois. After relocating to Richmond, Virginia, they both became active members of Fifth Baptist Church. Emma was a member of the Voices United in Christ, Fantastic Seniors, Veterans Ministry, FIfth Baptist Mission Society, a leader for Circle Nine and an assistant of Christian Service for two years. She was also Vice President of Mission Ministry and was appointed in 2002 as a life member of the Baptist General Convention Division of Women.

Emma was employed at Defense General Supply Center (DGSC) in Richmond for over 20 years. She retired in September 1999. During her retirement ceremony, it was noted that she had payroll deductions for over 25 charitable organizations. After retirement, Emma did volunteer work at Chippenham Medical Center until she retired in February 2017.

Emma L. Clark was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She leaves to cherish her memory, her devoted husband Milton E. Clark, Jr.; three children, David Burke (Veronica), Dana Sykes, of Richmond, and Steven Clark, of Traverse City, Michigan; nine grandchildren, Brandon Burke, Adrian Irving, Cory and Azariah Sykes, Tiffany Ziegler, Felicia Clark Bartholomew, Emily Osborn, David Burke, Jr., and Malachi Burke; nine great-grandchildren; brother, Joe Nobles (Barbara), of Baltimore , Maryland; sister, Deborah Nobles-McDaniel (Ervin), of Charleston, South Carolina; brother-in-law, Joseph Clark (Jane), Sacramento, California; sisters-in-law, Sue Nobles and Brenda Nobles; a multitude of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Thursday, March 13, 2025. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, March 14, at Fifth Baptist Church, 1415 W. Cary St.. Rev. Earl M. Brown, officiating. Interment 1 p.m. Monday, March 17th at Amelia Virginia Veterans Cemetery, 10300 Pridesville Road, Amelia, Va. Live streaming of service go to 5thbcva.org

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Milton, The Fifth Baptist Church Veterans Ministry is sending our deepest condolences to you and your family. Emma was beautiful and a first class lady. We are praying for you and your family throughout your healing. Be strong and let God strengthen you during the coming days, weeks, months, and years.

Thad & Patricia Jones

Deborah, I send prayers to you & family with the loss of your sister Emma. Loving thoughts, Kai

Elaine Kai Huff

We send our deepest condolences to you Dana and your family. Ms. Emma was a beautiful lady.

Kim Smith

My deepest sympathy. Love&Prayers

Bernice Ellen Copeland

Dear Deborah, Ervin and family, my deepest condolences to you. May God comfort you all at this time. May fond memories bring smiles and joy in your hearts.

Veronica Abadom

I had the privilege of meeting Emma 3 years ago. Her love for spiritual things so impressed me. We all look for the time when all sickness and death will be no more as promised in the Revelation 21:3-5 . As we hold on the that hope it will help each of cope with Emma's death . Emma had inner and external Beauty. Offering my condolence to the family. May Jehovah the God of all comfort grant Peace to the Family Kind Regards Hillery Romans 6:23

Doris Hillery

We are saddened that our Emma, our dear sister in Christ, has passed away. We love you all and are praying for your comfort, peace and strength at this time of sorrow. Emma is irreplaceable, and wonderful Christian woman with many gifts, talents and skills that she used to help others and bring glory to God. We will cherish the memories of her support and encourage to the St. Timothy's Christian Baptist Church family and look forward to meeting her again in glory. All our love to the family -- Ralph and Pia

Ralph and Pia Taylor