Emma Rumbley Carlson, 93, passed away on November 20, 2019. Emma is survived by her daughter Frances Carlson Monroe; daughter Anna Carlson Burnett; son in law Robert Burnett; granddaughter Emmalyn Burnett; grandsons Ian Burnett and Bradley Donald Monroe; and sister in law Grace Carlson; along with many loving nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by husband Roy Samuel Carlson; sister Frances Stewart; and brothers John "Buddy" Rumbley and Tommy Rumbley. Emma earned her masters and bachelor's degrees from Florida State University. A dedicated educator, she taught a wide variety of students at many elementary schools in the Central Florida area, ending her career at George Marks Elementary. During her time there, she became friends with many co-workers, including the Dining Divas, whose continued love and support meant the world to Emma. In addition to her work, Emma was a loving mother who always considered the needs of her family. An accomplished artist and quilter, she spent her retirement years creating quilts and paintings that are now family treasures. A celebration of Emma's life will be held at the Powell Chapel of First Baptist Church in DeLand Florida on January 2nd at 11:00. Her pastor Robert Mulkey of New Covenant Baptist Church will officiate. In lieu of flowers, please bring backpacks, school supplies or art supplies for donation to George Marks Elementary.
Cemetery Details
Florida National Cemetery
6502 SW 102nd Avenue
Bushnell, FL 33513
Service
JAN 2. 11:00 AM (ET)
Powell Family Chapel at First Baptist Deland
725 N. Woodland Blvd
DeLand, FL 32720
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