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Obituary For Emma E. Espy

Mrs. Emma Espy, affectionately known as "Shane" passed away at age 85 on Saturday December 10, 2022, at her residence.

She was preceded in death by her husband, SFC Jerry Espy, parents, William and Gladis Brown, surrogate parents, Ernest and Florence Smith, brothers, William Jakoway, James and Cornelius Brown, sisters, Mary Fletcher and Juanita Finnell.

She leaves to cherish her memories devoted daughters, Freda Espy and Marqulita (Stephen) McClain, granddaughters, Randi (Andrew) McKnight, Haley (Kahmal) Robinson, great grandchildren, Shiloh and Solomon McKnight, and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, very dear friends and work associates.

She will lie in state for public viewing on Friday, December 16, 2022, from 4 to 6:00pm at Hellum Funeral Chapel.

Public Visitation, Saturday from 12 noon to 1:00pm with funeral service to follow at Olive Branch Church 1115 Minerva Dr Murfreesboro, TN 37130.

Reverend, Dr Vincent L. Windrow Sr, Eulogist.

Interment, Evergreen Cemetery, Murfreesboro, TN.

Please keep the Espy family in your thoughts and prayers.

Arrangements entrusted to Hellum Funeral Home, Inc. 611 South Highland Ave, Murfreesboro, Tn. 37130 (615) 893-4323

Guest Book

Emma--as I knew her--was such a wonderful friend to me. Emma and I worked together at the Rutherford County Food Bank in the 80's and 90's and bonded for life. When my husband ran for Mayor, she stood out in the polls where he was not the "favorite" candidate and campaigned for him. The oposition was--well, vocal and she kept saying..."It was ROUGH!" She stood by us always. Such a special person. As previously noted, "Her smile could light up a room." Love and hugs to her darling family, who she adored.

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You had a smile and spirit that would light up a room. There was never a dull moment when Ms. Tyler arrived. Rest in Peace Shane, we love you and will remember you always. Roshawnda & Family

- Roshawnda Nelon

Sending my love and prayers to the entire family of Mrs. Emma Espy!

- Donna Vaughn Johnson

In Loving Memory! We Love you Ms. Shane!! Rest in Peace!! Sherrie Wright & Son, Tory

- Sherrie Wright

Freda sincere condolences...stength blessings going forward. Ms Shane R.I.P. a friendly loving given joyous soul She will be missed. Mold broken none other.

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Ms.Shane, You will greatly be missed.Your love of helping all that you meet will be missed. Sending prayers and condolences to your family. Family your mother was a awesome lady. Rest in peace Ms.Shane Bonita Smith and family

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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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