Emerson Little

Mr. Emerson Little, age 92, of Gainesville, Georgia, passed away peacefully Thursday, February 9, 2012 at his residence.

Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 am Monday, February 13, 2012 at Memorial Park North Riverside Chapel with interment to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. The Reverend Clifford Allen and Reverend Bob Williamson will officiate. The family will receive friends from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm Sunday, February 12, 2012 at the funeral home.

Mr. Little was born in Hall County Georgia and was the son of the late Isaac and Katie (Merck) Little. He served in the United States Army during World War II. Mr. Little was a member at Corinth Baptist Church but attended Antioch Baptist Church in Lumpkin County. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Leonard, Elmer, Benson, C.J., Jack, Victor, Heyward, and Russell (Pete) Little; sisters, Katie Bell Ladd and Peggy Hooks.

Mr. Little is survived by his wife, Virginia (Gailey) Little of Gainesville; son, David Allen Little of Braselton; sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Little, Annie Mae Little and Bertha Little both of Gainesville; and a number of nieces and nephews also survive.

Memorial Park North Riverside Chapel 989 Riverside Drive Gainesville, GA 30501. 770-297-6200 or online condolences at www.memorialparkfuneralhomes.com.