Emma Jean McAlister Calaway Maiden, North Carolina Obituary

Emma Jean McAlister Calaway

Emma Jean McAlister Calaway, age 82 of Lincolnton passed away Friday, July 23, 2021 at Abernathy Laurels in Newton, NC. Born February 7, 1939 in Lincoln County, she was the daughter of the late Garland and Helen Campbell McAlister. Emma was a member of Antioch Baptist Church in Lincolnton, NC. In addition to her parents, a son, Steve Calaway preceded her in death. Left to cherish her memory: Husband of 67 years: Flint “Buster” Calaway of the home Daughter: Sherry Ballard and husband, Roger of Lincolnton Daughter-in-law: Debbie Calaway of Lincolnton 2 Grandsons: Trey Calaway and wife, Lauren of Vale; Spencer Ballard and wife, Andrea of Lincolnton Granddaughter: Hollie Nelson and husband, Chris of Hickory 5 Great-Grandchildren: McKayla Reid; Kennedi Reid; Della Mae Calaway; Ridge Walker Calaway; Quinn Ballard The funeral service will be held Sunday, July 25, 2021 at 3:00 PM at Antioch Baptist Church in Lincolnton with Rev. Jack Calloway and Rev. Ernie Richards officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 2:00 – 2:45 PM at the church. Memorials may be made to: Antioch Baptist Church, Lincolnton, NC Burke Mortuary in Maiden is serving the Calaway Family.
February 7, 1939 - July 23, 202102/07/193907/23/2021
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Charles Campbell
July 29, 2021
We are sorry for your loss. I am a cousin of Emma Jean . My father , Grady Campbell, was Emma Jean’s mother”s (Helen) brother. We moved to High Point , NC area in 1945 , and I saw Emma Jean only as a young girl as we occasionally visited her family and Grandpa Marion C... Continue Reading
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Debbie Calaway
July 25, 2021
Not just my husband's Mother but my best friend for the 27 years I've known her. She's a treasure that can never be replaced.

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Mike & Brenda McNeely
July 24, 2021
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
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Nicholas Wilke
July 23, 2021
Prayed!
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