Emma Darnell

So sorry I'm just learning of the death of Commissioner Darnell. I worshipped at the W. Mitchell CME Church in 2000-2002 when a student at Phillips School of Theology at the ITC. Commissioner was also a member at W. Mitchell and was very receptive of my involvement of the ministry alongside the pastor. My greatest condolences to family and friends and constituents of Fulton County. May her legacies continue...

I was a jr. at Clark College at Atlanta U. 1971.
I was assigned to Ms. Darnells office as an intern...what I most recall after submitting a research assignment to her desk, she asked did you do your best on this study..I said yes and she replied "that's all that's required" an edict that hold to this day and pass on to my students and council.
I loved Emma Darnell.

I had the privilege of meeting and discussing the fact that we were namesakes. A Great Lady and Awesome Advocate for many. She will be missed.
Prayers to her family.

As a Fulton County Youth Commissioner, I am incredibly grateful for Commissioner Darnell's support for our program and our initiatives. I am thankful for her legacy; it will be remembered

Dear Family, Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, but Love leaves a memory no one steal.

Good Night my Friend.

I was privileged to have a conversation with this Phenominal, noble, intelligent Women. It was quite fulfilling. She will be a hard act to follow, I hope the person that fills her seat will be just as Compassionate and careing for people, all people and an advocate for the seniors. R.I.P you have definitely earned your Wings, well done good and faithful servant.

A Soldier for the least of these... Well done it is time to rest!!

Love you

Much honored and respect. You will be missed.

Retired county employee..

The Honorable Emma Darnell, was a great supporter of the Farm At Wilkerson Mill Springfest each year in Palmetto, Georgia. We always appreciated her kindness, and caring for her constituents. Emma Darnell we will miss you, G'd Bless you and keep you Close to His Side.
As is said "Death in this Life is not the end of the Good Person", Imam W.D.Mohammed




Lynda Higgs-Abdul-Salaam

You'll be missed.

Zenobia Claxton

No matter where I've been in Atlanta when I picked up the paper or I attended a community service meeting always heard the voice of Emma Darnell and I always knew that we were in good hands if she was around. She kept us informed she kept us encouraged but most of all she cared about us long before I became a senior citizen. Atlanta is great because of people like mrs. Emma Darnell because without it ladder would be just another southern town with a bunch of knuckleheaded people who ain't got no sense. Emma Darnell did not suffer fools quietly she gave you the time that you needed but you knew she had to move on the other thing I am so very fortunate I got a chance to meet and communicate with this lady she allowed me to learn so much more about government policies and how to conduct myself at a meeting. I will always remember Emma Darnell see you a proverbs 31 10 all the way to the end of the chapter she is worthy to be praised

When I heard about a death her death I was going over commissioner Arrington social page and that's when he announced it and it was like a the wind got knocked out of me. I was caught up a surprise. This is a stupid statement but I thought she live forever parent there was so much work to be done and yes she had done so much I'm very happy to say I got a chance to meet with her talk with her thank you for your services countless times at the Darnell Center. I am so happy that I live long enough to meet this great lady to let her know what a great job she was doing. Emma Darnell with a champion for a senior citizen specially on the westside in Atlanta. She had a mind that was quick Sharp and she know exactly how to deal with opposition. Happy Mother's Day mrs. Darnell patchouli you have mothered us through many trials and tribulation and I'm so glad that you get a chance to rest. To God be the glory.

A woman who walked boldly in her calling to serve. She will be sorely missed.

A legacy of a role model for women giving service to the community in many ways. Gone but never forgotten.
RIP

Commissioner Darnell will be missed. We lost a real warrior "for the people"! She never backed down from a fight. Thank you for your Christian community service.

Former employee, sending my deepest heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for serving fulton under her leadership and compassion for the employees that service the county.

Emma Darnell was a strong woman that stood up for people that couldn't stand up for themselves. Ms. Darnell never backed down form any opposition, she was a champion of champions!!! She will surely be missed!!

Thanks for your service and sacrifice that you gave to the metro Atlanta and beyond, your compassion that was shown to the lease of thee R.I.P

To the family of the (late) commissioner Emma Darnell, please know you have my sympathy in the passing of your loved one. Comm. Darnell thank you for. your service to the citizens of Fulton Co. Thank you for being an example to many that will come behind you in the public service sector and the political areana. Rest from all your labor. Well done good and faithful servant.

Mrs. Darnell, thank you for your leadership, love of community, and willingness to share your time with young leaders. You will be missed.

Blessings,

Chris Latson
CHAMP Fatherhood Consultants, LLC

It was a pleasure to walk in the Shadows of a Social Giant! You will never be missed for your presence will always be within all that you touched.....

Condolences to the family along with friends. She will be missed.

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Thanks for your service to mankind!

Thank you so much for your years of service to our community.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Thanks for your service. May you Rest In Eternal Heavenly Peace.

Ms. Darnell a true pioneer in our society walked and talked with dignity! My heart is a bit sad, because your no longer with us, but your spirit shall live on in many of our hearts and minds this day! I have learned a lot in my short time knowing and hearing about you! I have been in many of your community meetings and they were always powerful, uplifting, promising, which led many to walk away confidence that something was going to be done and it was! You have shaped our communities in a positive way and we are grateful for your hard work and dedication! We will not except nothing less than the best for our children, property and lives because of you! You showed us how to reach for nothing but the best! Thank you Emma Darnell RIP!

Lord only knows how this lady will be missed! Job well done, thanks Ms. Darnell for setting a prime example on Black Excellent. We Atlantans will try our best to duplicate some of your poise, articulate manner as we as black women go about our daily tasks! We shall, I, as one black women shall always remember, it can be done regardless of race, skin color and age to go higher than before! Through Christ nothing is impossible! Thanks my friend Emma Darnell RIP!

Thank you for your service.

Rest well Ms. Darnell, you have earned your wings....
S Garvin

Thank you for your service and for your sincere dedication to your constituents! We will be forever grateful!

The W. L. Hines Family

Rest In Peace
Thank you for a job well done.

I met Ms. Darnell sometime during the late 60's at a Hungry Club forum. She clearly and unapologetically spoke her mind about issues affecting people, especially senior citizens. She never wavered from this stance.

May her soul rest well with our Lord.

Sandra Hill Carroll

She was a great woman, she will be truly missed. Prayers goes out to the family.
REST IN PARADISE!

Condolences to the family and friends, thanks for all your hard work and sacrifices u made for our city, love you we will miss u so much, R.I.P.❤❤❤

Ms. Emma Darnell, you will be missed with your great and style of leadership,thank you for your services.

During this time of deep sadness for this family - Remember this God has 3 things he wants to give you - Peace of mind, a Hope and a Future. Jeremiah 29:11

I extend my deepest sympathy and sincere condolence to the family during this difficult time

Rev. Jessie Faye Manuel
Louisiana

I extend my deepest sympathy and sincere condolence to the family during this difficult time. God has a special place for Emma. I am thankful and blessed to have known her. She taught me so much in my tenure with Fulton County and mostly she taught me to never give up! I know that she is still working and is "in no ways tired." She will be missed!

Angela Barrett

With deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss of your dear love one... May you have comfort and strength with family and friends at this time of grief...

He will call, and they will answer.
We shall see Emma again.
So have faith and do not wonder,
For this is within God's plans.

Offering our deepest condolences during this time.

We were saddened to hear about the death of Mrs. Emma Darnell.
Our heartfelt condolences to the family.
May God's love, Jesus Christ peace and the comfort of the Holy Spirit be with you during this difficult time.

Curtis and Diane Spruill

I am heartbroken but I know she is smiling down from heaven. Commissioner Darnell exemplified class and commitment to service.

God less you and your family.

May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and gave everlasting comfort and good hope by means of undeserved kindness, comfort your hearts and make you firm.2Th 2:16,17

D. Lee

My sincere condolences go to the family of Emma Darnell. May your family have peace knowing that your loved one will not be forgotten. She is in God's memory...John 6:40..Linda

May you keep order in heaven as you did in Fulton County. I extend my deepest sympathy to your family.

A great advocate for justice has gone to Glory. Used mighty by God. May God strengthen her family and all those touched by her passing in Jesus name I pray.

She's was so cute
RIP MsDarnell
The Williams Family

What a true lady and leader of our city.

My condolences to her family, friends and loved ones.
Stella

As a fellow Atlanta/Fulton County Library Board member in the 1990s, I learned much from her regarding preparation and engagement. Although I did not always share her views, especially early on, I have freely shared what I learned from her with my grandchildren in full knowledge that they will carry on through the years as a legacy gift.

Soror Darnell, you will live forever in my heart and the hearts of the many Sorors of Zeta Phi Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. from 1970's. We shall always treasure your boldness for us. Thank GOD for your having passed our way. We know that you are enjoying Heaven as much as you enjoyed earth. Loves to you until we meet again.

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

She Was a Fighter For The People Of Fulton County.

A great women with a great mind and spirit. will be greatly missed by all.

FCSO
Ms. Ivey

A true fighter and Champion of the People.

You will ne missed. Rest in heavenly Peace Mrs Darnel

I am.lost for words. I had a major issue with a Fulton county agency back in February and I said I know who to call Ms. Emma problem resolved. Then also had a major issue a couple of years ago with GRADY. Who Idid call Ms. Emma issue resolved. I loved her passion for the community. She will be greatly missed. May she rest in peace with God blessing. Peace and Love always. Amazing Grace.

R.I.P. my friend. Heaven is rejocing.

Soo sorry to hear. She will be sorely missed.
I share your sorrow.

With Deepest Sympathy; you fought a good fight, you finished your course! You cared about all of us.

Will LeRoy Grimes
City of South Fulton, Georgia

On behalf of the Philadelphia Conference Lay Organization of the First Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. we extend our deepest condolences to the family of one of our beloved sisters in Christ.

Sincerely,

Andree A. Turner Sr.
President, PCLO

Our thoughts and prayers are extended to the Darnell Family and the West Mitchell CME Church Family. In the Body of Christ, we labor together and we suffer likewise. The Shy Temple CME Family.

Dr. James. C Clements, Pastor.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Hey, I knew "Dame Emma" only by name and reputation! She was truly a lady to be admired, whatever one's political preference. She shall indeed be missed. Rest in Peace.

Condolences to the family, colleagues, friends and those who truly love Soror Darnell. Her spirit is everlasting for each of us who have known her for many years. A champion has passed to eternal life and will never be forgotten. Prayer is the source of strength to sustain us.

R.I.P. Emma. As a political campaign staffer in the early 1980s, I worked closely with Emma Darnell and admired her opening up her home for early morning tea gatherings as we planned district canvassing and other major events. Her loving and warm persona complimented her tireless energy for civil rights and the law. My condolences to her family, friends and loved ones.

Offering my sincere condolences to the family and friends during this difficult time. (Hosea 13:14).

Offering our deepest condolences to family and friends in your hour of grief. Matt 5:4.

My heart cries at the lost of this champion for justice and civil rights. She influenced me greatly through her public stances against racism, injustice, and sexism. Her speeches shaped my deepest convictions and compelled me to also take a stand. One could tell upon meeting her that you were in the presence of greatness. May God bless her legacy and comfort her family. The City of Atlanta has suffered a great loss.

Condolences to the family! She was a wonderful neighbor!

My deepest condolences. What an amazing woman of our era, so strong on issues of humanity. RIP. May your family find comfort and peace in this time of mourning. You will truly be missed.

My Condolences to the family. I met Ms. Emma Darnell through my cousin Carolyn Jeter back in 1975. I know she and Carolyn are rejoicing together again. Rest In Paradise Ms. Emma Darnell

I Love you Ms Darnell, you have been a great inspiration to the human race, I'm going to really miss you. With much love, Dorothy Smith.

Ms. Emma Darnell will be greatly missed; a powerful voice for the community. I will remember Ms. Emma as "Mother" The Last Great Solider.

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Soror Darnell was a mentor and rolemodel.She spoke up for people and looked for the citizens and seniors of Fulton County.RIP good and faithfull servant. You will be missed and remembered.

Rest In Heaven Emma Darnell

Rest well my West Mitchell friend!

What a Giant and Icon in the movement for justice and equality. Listening to your speeches when you address the board and demand what you wanted for the people of Fulton county was nothing less than amazing. You will always be remembered for your service. Rest in Heaven leader.
K. R. Fitzgerald

Dear Darnell Family. My deepest sympathy to you and the entire Darnell family. She was a trailblazer and a warrior. We thank God for her for the time we had her with us here.

We are sad to hear of the passing of another giant in the political arena. She will be missed, but always remembered for the good that she did for this state. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Rip Emma Darnell

R.I.P beloved of many, Ms Emma Darnell; you were and still is an inspiration for many in the City of Atlanta and every County and of the State of Georgia. Condolences to her family, friends, co-workers, associates and all others whose lives she has made a difference with. Love and Appreciate you Ms. E. Darnell. Your physical presence will be greatly missed. Job well done good and faithful servant of the MOST HIGH!

One of the Most inspirational and impactful teachers I ever had.
Very professional and distinguished Emma Darnell taught a course I was taking at Atlanta Junior College in the late 70's. Rest In Power. Thank-You for your service. Sincere condolences to the family and to the many people she touched.

I sadly became aware of Commissioner Emma Darnell's transition I extend my sympathy to the county and it' citizens.
Jesus, as recorded in Luke's Gospel taught that when you hold a banquet do not invite those of prominence but the poor, the lame,and the blind to the aged and descriminated. " those who humble themselves shall be exalted." St.Luke 14:10.

RIP