Emily Ann Belk, of Covington, passed away Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019, at the age of 78. Mrs. Belk was an independent person who valued her privacy and was devoted to her family. She loved the serenity of the ocean and was drawn to the beach life. Mrs. Belk was a passionate Alabama Crimson Tide fan. She also enjoyed working crossword puzzles and had a fondness for hummingbirds. Mrs. Belk was preceded in death by her husband, Rudy Max Belk; parents, Robert Lester and Vallie Ivoris (McCraw) Bagwell; sister, Robbie Shope; and brother, Miles Bagwell.

Mrs. Belk will be lovingly remembered by her daughters and son-in-law, Sylvia and Tim Hall, Susan Belk; grandchildren, Tabitha Mason, Katie Hall, Kasey Hall; great-granddaughter, Amelia; sister and brother-in-law, Shirley Bagwell and Lionel Augustin ; brothers and sisters-in-law, Dean and Lois Bagwell, Jerry and Rita Bagwell, Jerry and Julie Belk; as well as several nieces and nephews. 

A Celebration of Life for Mrs. Belk will be held at a later date.