Emma Ilean Lemley Obituary
The family announces the passing of Emma Ilean Lemley of Russellville, Arkansas on July 9, 2026. Emma, born on February 27, 1927, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Emma Ilean Lemley or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Olen Garrett and Lucy Caroline Garrett; her former husband Earnest Grover Mclllwain (Doc); her husband Mack Carpenter; her siblings, Glayde Kemp, George Garrett and Frankie Garrett; and her son Charles Earnest Mclllwain Sr..
She is survived by: her son Michael Carpenter (Sharon) of Salem; her daughter-in-law Judy Mclllwain of Russellville; and her grandsons, Charles Mclllwain Jr. (Donna) of Russellville, Frank Mclllwain (Nancy) of Frisco, TX, Jonathan Mcllwain (Emily) of Russellville, Kevin Carpenter (Melanie) of Jonesboro and Kole Carpenter (Amy) of Jonesboro. She is also survived by ten great grandchildren, and three great-great grandchildren.
