Emma Jean

Wiley

Emma Jean  Wiley, age 90, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Mount Vernon, Alabama, on March 21, 1935, and later moved to Mobile, Alabama, where she attended Mobile County Training School.

A faithful member of Mt. Hebron Church Ministries under the pastorate of Pastors Joe and Linda Johnson, Emma Jean's spirituality was a guiding light throughout her life. Her faith provided comfort and strength during life's many challenges and was a source of inspiration to all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Garrett Wiley and Essie Mae Love; her brothers, Isaiah Wiley, Vannie Bell, and Clarence Wiley; and three great-grandchildren.

Emma Jean remained resilient—always offering a warm smile, comforting words, and unwavering support to those around her. She will be remembered for her gentle spirit, deep faith, and the legacy of strength, kindness, and love she leaves behind.

Emma Jean was s devoted mother to her five children; Linda (Robert) Hampshire, Ruby (Raymond Clemons) Crews, Shaun Wiley, Sandra Wiley, and Franklin (Mary Taylor) Wiley. Her family was her greatest joy, and she took pride in nurturing generations with kindness and wisdom.

She was a cherished grandmother to 13 grandchildren and a beloved great-grandmother to 16 great-grandchildren. Her love extended beyond her immediate family to a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family. Emma Jean also shared a special bond with her sister-cousin, Ethel Mae Mauldin, her brother-cousin, Robert (Junior) Hicks, a devote nephew, Percy Dale, a dedicated friend Kay Williams, and a  God Daughter, Emma Vanessa Adams who all remained close to her throughout her life.

Though she is no longer with us in her body, her spirit will continue to shine in the love and memories she leaves behind.