Emma Mae Edwards, 81, peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at home with her daughter and family in Hampton, Virginia. She loved Christ and held membership at Calvary Seventh Day Adventist Church for over 40 years. She leaves to cherish her memories, her devoted daughter, Wendy Carter; siblings, other relatives and an abundance of friends. In commemoration of her life, viewing will be from 3 to 6 p.m., Friday, April 3, 2020 at the funeral home. A private graveside service will take place in North Carolina. O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.