Emmett Blair Bishop Jr. Obituary
The world bids farewell to Emmett Blair Bishop Jr. of Coosada, Alabama, born in Ruleville, Mississippi, departing on July 21, 2024 at the age of 91. Emmett leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Emmett leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Emmett Blair Bishop, Sr. and Helen McPherson; his wife Lynda Lee Shaw; his son Emmett Michael Bishop; and his sister Maudie Turner.
He is survived by: his daughters, Lindy Denman (Joe) of Millbrook, AL and Stephanie Bruno (Mark) of Freeport, FL.; and his siblings, Ginger Moore of Oxford, MS, Helen Misner of Bulverde, TX and Jerry Bishop (Pat) of Oxford, MS.. He is also survived by 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
Gus loved children, therefore the family requests that any memorial donations be made to St Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN.
