Ms. Erma Lynn curlett

Erma L . Curlett was born o n May 4, 1928, in Crystal Springs,

Mississippi t o the marital union of Mann Green (Paw Paw) &

Florence Martin Green (Big Mama). As the matriarch of our

family, she was preceded i n death by her parents and all o f

her siblings, her brothers, Wilbert, Terrell, Clifton, (Twins)

Shelly & Kelly Green, Vera Green Triplett, Annie Boyer

Johnson, & Minnie L. Arrington.

I n 1946, Erma moved t o Chicago, Illinois, where she was

affectionately known as "Mama Lynn" ". She built a life rooted

in faith, family and public service. Erma confessed her belief

and love for Jesus Christ a t an early age, she was baptized at

Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church, where she remained

a devoted member for more than 7 5 years. She served

faithfully on the Pastor's Aide committee, Social Club #4, and

worked tirelessly i n the food ministry. Often rising at 4:00

a.m. t o prepare meals for her church family. She continued

serving until her health declined.

Mama Lynn's generosity extended far beyond the church

walls. She supported coworkers, friends, tenants, and she

had a n undying love for young people. She contributed to

their growth, development, education endeavors, while

offering wisdom and encouragement all throughout their

lives.

Erma was a licensed practical nurse and served as a

pediatric nurse a t Cook County Hospital for over 3 8 years,

caring for children (especially addicted babies) and

comforting families with dedication & compassion.

On October 3, 1948, Erma & her husband welcomed their only

child Mable Jean Lynn. There home quickly became a place

of refuge, welcoming migrating family members t o Chicago.

As an exceptional employee, Erma balanced double shifts,

childcare, cooking all while owning & manging fifty one

apartment units a t various locations throughout the south

side o f Chicago alongside her loving husband William Norris

Curlett. They were a united team i n every way, building a

strong foundation while demonstrating & imparting strong

family values & stability.

Mama Lynn was a stern loving disciplinarian yet empathetic

to those less fortunate than her. She had a remarkable

ability t o encourage & equip others to suceed i n their chosen

career path. Mama Lynn's life was a true testimony of faith

i n action, service to others, good deeds, steadfast with a

quiet strength. Her legacy will forever live on i n every life she

touched.

She made her peaceful with her loving daughter 25,2026, at 11:26 a.m.

transition to her eternal resting place

b y her side on Wednesday February

Mama Lynn leaves t o celebrate her life, love and eternal

memory her only child Mable Jean Harris, her beloved

grandson, Pastor Rodney Beasley who preceded her in death,

Gregory Adams (Pauline), her granddaughters, Yolanda

Beasley-Thompson (Joe), Carmen Gunderson (Al), Andrea

Adams, Yvonne Beasley, RaShawn Walker (Bryant), June

Jones Europe (Wilfred). She has 19 great grandchildren, 38

great-great grandchildren, her beloved sisters-in-love Otis

Green & Lela Green.

Her beloved Metropolitan Church family, special mention o f

Bertha Floyd, Janice Meeks, Ann Simmons and of course we can’t forget Mr.john.

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