Emmie Cardwell Bolden

Alabama on July 7, 1922 and was the first of two children born to Lofton and Emmie Pitts Cardwell.

After graduation from Evergreen High School she attended Huntingdon College before entering the work force in Evergreen. It was in Evergreen that she met and married Herman Bolden, her husband of more than 70 years. She was a lifelong member of Evergreen First United Methodist Church.

Herman and Emmie lived in Evergreen two decades before his work took him to Birmingham. In their new location Emmie became active in church activities as well as civic and community affairs. In addition she joined Herman in supporting charitable causes with emphasis on those engaging in humanitarian endeavors. In 1990 Emmie and Herman were recognized by Alabama Senior Citizens Hall of Fame with its Humanitarian of the Year Award.

Having had several victims of cancer in their immediate families Emmie and Herman developed a keen interest in cancer research and treatment. Being aware of the existence of then fledging UAB Comprehensive Cancer Center they selected that clinic as the main beneficiary of their support to alleviate as much as possible the pain and suffering associated with cancer. This effort began in 1976 and endures to this day.

Emmie is survived by husband Herman, son Stanley C. Bolden, granddaughter Caroline B. McCormic and sister Vam C. York of Gainesville, Florida.

It should be noted that she was interested in collectables including jewelry, chocolate pots, and jam jars. In addition, her love of flowers was exceptionally passionate.