Julius Emory Pearson, age 77, passed away at his home Friday, October 24, 2025, after a short illness. He was born on July 21, 1948, in Ellenton, FL. to the late Julius Arthur Pearson and Willie Mae Manning Pearson. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Fredrick Pearson; brothers, Russell and Frank Pearson; sisters, Bessie Cadwell and Betty Ann Kearsey.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Donna Kennedy Pearson; one son, David Kennedy (Melony) of Crawfordville, FL; daughters, Loreena Durrance (Marty) of Palmetto, FL and Julie Barber (Larry) of Alma. Five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren also survive.