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Emily Lovett Obituary
Mrs. Lovett, affectionately known as "E," was a native and lifelong resident of Hampton. She graduated from Phenix High School and received a Bachelor of Science from Virginia State College. She taught at the Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind, Phenix High School, and Bethel High School. She was one of the original teachers at Bethel High School when it opened in 1968, where she taught Home Economics and Bachelor Survival. She retired from Hampton City Schools after 42 years of devoted service.
Mrs. Lovett was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church of Hampton. In 2021, she celebrated her 50th anniversary as a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, initiated by the Hampton Alumnae Chapter in 1971.
Emily was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, A. Bernard Lovett, grandson, Marc Rashad Jones, and her seven siblings. She leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Karen Lovett Davis of Hampton and Sharon Lovett Solomon of Newport News; two sons-in-law, Kevin M. Davis of Hampton and Sam A. Solomon of Hinckley, OH; three grandchildren, Robert Bernard Lovett Davis (Amanda) of Charlotte, NC, Mackenzie Joy Solomon of Cleveland, OH and Madison Jan Solomon of Pittsburgh, PA; great-grandson Cameron Robert Davis of Charlotte, NC; brothers-in-law Wilbert L. Lovett, Sr. (Jeannette) and Dr. Walter L. Lovett, Sr. (the late Lillian), both of Hampton; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
In respecting Emily's steadfast wishes, the family honored her with a private memorial service.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to First Baptist Church of Hampton's Habitat for Humanity Faith Build or The Alzheimer's Association.
The family expresses heartfelt appreciation to Amedisys Hospice Care and Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel and Crematory, for their loving services of comfort.
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Lucille Holmes
April 16, 2024
I was never a fan of media postings. But I would like to send my sincere sympathy for the passing of a great educator to her family. I love her... I always thought of her present-day especially when I sit down to sew. I caught a glimpse of her celebrating her 90th birthday I thought that was awesome. I try to hunt for info to let her know that I still miss her after all these years. I would ask my family about her who still lives in Hampton, VA. I was told that she had passed. But they weren't should when. I found you...Now that I know... I will miss you forever.
Lucille Holmes-Marshall, Class of 1973 BHS
Brenda Dudley
April 5, 2023
Mrs.Lovette was my favorite teacher and kept in touch with her as long as she re.embered me. She taught me to sew, which has been one of the life skills I use to this very day. I'll always have fond memories of you in my heart and will surely see you again in heaven. Love,
Charles Hayes
January 3, 2023
The Lovetts has always been a big part of my life. Charles Hayes
Kevin "Arnie" Nourse
January 20, 2022
Sharon, so sorry to learn of your mother´s passing - she was a beacon of love and support at BHS!
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Sheila Shafer Ogden
January 19, 2022
Sympathy to the family. I was in her Home Ec class almost fifty years ago. I still to this day use her yeast roll recipe. She was the best teacher.
KAREN WALLACE MATHEWS
January 12, 2022
I would like to offer my sincerest condolences to Karen, Sharon and the rest of the Lovett family. Mrs. Lovett was a treasure and I loved being in her Home Ec classes. She was so easy to talk to about anything. She was a great teacher - fair, kind, caring and supportive. Sometimes, I would go into her classroom around lunchtime and she would be cooking up something for Mrs. Minkins (Chemistry) and herself.
Once, while I was sweeping up, she asked me, "Who taught you how to sweep?" I thought she was complementing me on my style. I didn't ask why she wanted to know. I'll never know if she was trying to help me do better.
She was one of my top 5 teachers ever. She will be sorely missed. Much love and respect, Mrs. Lovett.
Larry Williams jr
January 11, 2022
I'm so sorry
Charles Hayes
January 10, 2022
Sorry to hear this. Haywood and all the Lovetts has always been close to my family as I was growing up. Lots of memories of Big Bethel Road back then. Prayers for the family
Cynthia Hayes Dellinger class of '72 BHS
January 9, 2022
With the utmost condolences and respect for her and your family from Milton Hayes family Rest In Peace Mrs. Emily. You will be forever in our hearts,. Cindy
Susan W Dobyns
January 9, 2022
Prayers to the Lovett family in your loss. I had the pleasure of being one of Mrs. Lovetts students in 1981 in her Home Economics Class. I also graduated with Sharon in 1981. As I too worked at the Northampton Branch Library that was on the front of Bethel I got to know alot of the teachers and students. I will think of always when I go by Semple Farm Road as I live off of Saunders Road in Westview Lakes. She was a Gem to all tjat she came to know. She will be greatly missed but know how much she meant to all that she knew. All my love.
Judy Featherson
January 9, 2022
Mrs.Lovett´s family,my sincere sympathy goes out to each and everyone of you.Mrs. Lovett was caring,compassionate,gracious and a true gem.She was loved by so many teachers and students at Bethel high. I had the pleasure to be her last student teacher in 1991 before she retired.She was a God sent and a blessing to me since I was changing careers.God be with you as you walk this new journey.
Be blessed. Judy Featherson
Tim & Rhonda Harris III
January 9, 2022
Mrs.Lovett you will be sorely missed. You were a mentor to so many and made a loving impression on all that you came in contact with. We love you and will miss you.
Sherlock Bruce
January 9, 2022
Mrs. Lovett was such a sweet person. She always had that bright smile that made you feel special because she was in fact special. I extend my sincere condolences to the Lovett family. May God comfort and strengthen you during your time of bereavement.
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