Lauren Ashley Emory

Lauren Emory, beloved daughter, sister, mother, fiancé, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026, at the age of 34, following a courageous six-year battle with Stage V metastatic melanoma.

Lauren was a beautiful, strong, genuine, and fiercely determined woman who never backed down from a challenge. Throughout her illness, she faced every obstacle with incredible courage and grit. She loved life deeply and treasured her family and friends above all else.

Lauren is survived by her fiancé, Chad Black; her beloved daughter, Kylie Black; her parents, Susan and Kelly Emory; and her brother, Cole Emory and his fiancé, Victoria Kellum, several loving aunts, uncles and cousins. She is also survived by Chad's family, who welcomed Lauren with open arms and whom she loved with her whole heart. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Wayne and Barbara Roberts, and her paternal grandparents, Charles and June Emory.

Lauren was a devoted mother who cherished her daughter more than anything in this world. Kylie was her greatest joy and the greatest gift she could have given her family. Those who loved Lauren find comfort in seeing so much of her spirit reflected in Kylie.

Lauren never seemed to meet a stranger. She was honest, loyal, loving, and unapologetically true to herself. She touched the lives of countless people, including the nurses, doctors, and medical professionals who cared for her throughout her six-year journey. Her strength and determination left an impression on everyone who knew her.

Lauren loved her family, her friends, and the life she built with Chad and Kylie with her entire heart. Her time on Earth was far too short, but the love she gave and the lives she touched will continue to live on through those who knew and loved her.

Lauren will be deeply missed and forever loved. Her strength, courage, honesty, fierce loyalty, and love for life will remain in the hearts of all who knew her.

Until we meet again, our sweet Lauren. You fought the fight of your life, and now you can finally rest.

Forever loved. Forever missed. Forever a part of us.

Services for Lauren will be held on Monday, October 12, 2026 at St. George Catholic Church, 7808 St George Dr, Baton Rouge, La. Memorial Visitation will be from 9:30 am until the Memorial Mass at 11:00 am.