Melba Irene Black

Melba Irene Black, 67, died January 10, 2013 at NEA Baptist Hospital. She was a native of Jonesboro and was of the Baptist belief. Melba enjoyed cooking, playing cards and loved spending time with her family.

She is preceded in death by her parents, 2 children and 1 brother.

Survivors include her loving husband of 52 years, Don of the home; 3 sons, Terry (Danya) Black of Valley View; Tommy Black of Memphis; and Tim (Tiffany) Black of Memphis. 2 sisters, Wilma Nixon and Lorene Ross, both of Jonesboro. 6 grandchildren; Caitlin Black, Madison Black, Briar Miller, Fischer Miller, Kasen Black and Jaxon Black.

Private visitation for family will be Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at Emerson Memorial Chapel from 12 noon to 1 p.m. Public visitation will be from 1-2 p.m. Graveside service will be at 2:30 p.m. at Gibson Cemetery with Bro. Don Vuncannon officiating. Emerson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Pallbearers include Jimmy Cox, Shawn Cox, Mike Cox, Cameron Cox, Kenny Curtis and Brandon Curtis.