Obituaries
Fulton County Commissioner Emma Darnell Dead At 84
Darnell's public service career dates back to the 1970s with the city of Atlanta.
ATLANTA -- Longtime Fulton County Commissioner Emma Darnell died Sunday at age 84. According to the commission, Darnell died at her Atlanta home.
Darnell was currently serving as district 6 commissioner.
Darnell had an extensive career in public service. She had served on the board of commissioners since 1992 and was in her eighth term.
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While serving as a city of Atlanta official in the 1970s, Darnell authored the city’s first minority business plan.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when finalized.
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