Emma F. Tolbert

September 26, 1925 - March 10, 2018

Emma F. Tolbert went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at age 92. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, E. R. Tolbert; brother-in-law, J.W. Hanvey; favorite niece, Cathy Hanvey (Ben) Green; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Emma is preceded in death by her parents, four sisters and four brothers. She was a member of Gardendale First Baptist Church. She was previously a member of Hillview Baptist Church where she was baptized and served as Children’s Director for over 30 years. She received a Certificate in Christian Training and Advanced Certificate from Samford University Extension Division. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 13, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at The New Gardendale Funeral Home with a funeral service to follow at 7:00 p.m. officiated by Dr. Charles T. Carter. Interment will be Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Elmwood Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Hugh Burton, Ben Green, Ryan Putman, Thomas Self, Mark Tolbert, and Bill Wade. Honorary pallbearers include Jim Fields, Charlie Lewis, Bobby Tolbert, and B.J. Green.