Emogene Lee Scott was born to Leonard Guy Clark and Leola Lee Jenkins on

May 23, 1928, in Kansas City, Missouri. Born into a large family, she was the fourth

of nine children.

Emogene had a tenacious spirit. At the age of five, she was struck with

scarlet fever and was not expected to live. Her body was very weak and frail, so

she had to be carried around on a pillow. By the grace of God, she overcame this

illness. She grew and continued her journey to R.T. Coles Middle School.

At age 17, Emogene worked nightly at the Muehlebach Hotel in Kansas City,

Missouri, as an Elevator Operator. She soon graduated from Lincoln High School

in 1947.

On June 4, 1948, she married Earl Scott, whom she had known most of her

life. He was the brother of her closest friend, Ruby Downey. Earl and Emogene's

union produced four sons: Earl Jr (deceased), Alan Leroy, Ronald (deceased) and

Edwin (deceased); Three daughters: Theresa, Esther, and Priscilla.

Emogene was saved on November 7, 1953, at the age of 25, and was

baptized shortly afterwards. She began faithfully attending meetings with

Christians who gathered at the Kansas City Gospel Hall. She and her husband (an

Elder) were devoted to serving those who assembled there.

In her early years of marriage, Emogene worked at Bell Memorial Hospital

(now KU Medical Center) as a dietary aide and a personal caregiver in the 1970's

across the city. She was highly favored by their families.

Emogene's ultimate career was a stay-at-home mom. In addition to raising

her own seven children, Emogene was known as the neighborhood mom. The

neighborhood children would often gather at her home for food, instruction,

training, and even a good scolding. She was a woman who said what she meant

and meant what she said.

Emogene was a resourceful woman with an entrepreneurial spirit and used

her many talents to contribute additional income to her household, while being a

blessing to family, friends, and neighbors. She ironed clothing, and she

straightened and curled hair. She also served as an in-home Daycare for working

moms in the community. In addition, Emogene was a talented seamstress, who

designed both casual wear and formal wear (for weddings and proms), and

expertly performed clothing alterations. She served as a chef, preparing meals

for those who dropped off their ingredients. Emogene was prompt and efficient

at all that she did, and she did it to perfection. She even had a vegetable garden

and was a great bargain shopper for her family. She was that virtuous woman.

Emogene was the epitome of hospitality. Frequently, she housed out-of-

towners and even in-towners. This would include out of town family members,

church members, preachers/evangelists, and anyone in need of lodging. She

made perfect accommodation for them, which would make them feel at home.

She prepared three meals daily and always had delicious desserts. She was active

in serving within her church assembly by preparing and serving large quantities of

food at Bible conferences. She was always prepared for a visitor and would feed

anyone and everyone who entered her home. In her 60's to 80's she often

prepared charitable meals for the neighbors in the neighborhood. They were very

appreciative and eagerly waited for the next meal.

Her legacy of love, faith, generosity, strength, and unwavering spirit will be

cherished and will never be forgotten.

Emogene is preceded in death by her husband, Earl Scott Sr; three sons:

Earl Jr., Ronald, and Edwin. Brothers: Leonard Clark Sr., William Clark, Melvin

Clark, Calvin Clark; two sisters: Leola Waller and Sarah Newton.

She is survived by her son: Alan Leroy (Woodie Esther) of Kingsville, MO;

three daughters, Theresa Hodges of Grandview, MO., Esther Toombs (Gary) of

Kansas City, MO., and Priscilla Franklin (Solomon) of San Antonio, TX. Two

brothers: Alvin Clark and Theodore Clark. 27 grandchildren, 68 great

grandchildren, 17 great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.