Elizabeth "Liz" Emma

Liz Emma, of Manassas, VA, died on Saturday February 4th, 2023, at the UVA Novant Prince William Medical Center in Manassas, VA. Born on August 2nd, 1941, in Montgomery, AL. She was the wife of Joseph Emma and the matriarch of her family. She gave loving care, guidance, strength and formed leadership skills in life to all. Liz had five children, Elizabeth Tucker, Joe Emma Jr. (deceased), Albert Emma, Cheryl Emma (deceased), and Mario Emma; six grandchildren, Brittney Hieronymus, Mercedes Hoebeke, Chance Dickson, Brittany Hardin, Alana Emma, and Naomi Emma; Ten great grandchildren, Emma Hieronymus, Mazie Hieronymus, Lauren Hardin, Alana Hardin, Wyatt Hardin, Sawyer Hardin, Kennedy Hoebeke, Scarlett Hoebeke, Henry Dickson, and Elizabeth Dickson. A son-in-law Jed Tucker and daughter-in-law Elizabeth Emma; Three sisters, Nancy Gorny, Rosemary Vidonic and Julia Hobbs; two brothers Curtes Mitchell (deceased) and Jimmy Mitchell; a brother and sister-in-law Albert and Mary Emma; Three remarkably close family friends, Paula Tucker, Chela Kawarshita and Malinda Ritchie; adoptive close Chick-Fil-A friends Maria Mendoza, Roberto Chang, Patricia Castaneda, and Ali Davar. Liz was a military spouse and brought up her children during her husband's 30year career. Her passion was immersing herself with her heart and soul in doing God’s will and helping others in dealing with life. During this time, she volunteered her services in teen clubs at the bases she was stationed. She helped take care of young adults as they prepared for life's challenges. After her husband retired, she worked for 24 years at Chick-Fil A stores in Manassas and Fairfax Virginia. God blessed her in the manner she served and cared for others. She welcomed every customer in her faithful, unselfish, and caring way. She put her heart, soul, and energy into making sure they were comfortable and enjoyed being in her store. She helped them face their challenges in life in a positive manner. The emotional connections she had with hundreds of people was magnetic and her caring and concern brought joy to their lives. Liz sat and talked with them. They loved and cared for each other. Right to the end we learned how to love, care, and receive God’s blessings because of what we learned from her. She is a pillar of strength for All. Visitation will be at the Pierce Funeral Home, 9609 Center St, Manassas, 10:30-12:30pm on Friday, February 17th, 2023. This will be followed by Mass at All Saints Church, 9300 Stonewall Road at 1:00pm. Immediately followed by celebration of life reception at City Tavern Restaurant, 9550 Center Street of Manassas, VA 20110 at 2:30pm. Please join us!

Elizabeth "Liz" Emma

August 2, 1941 - February 4, 2023