Emmanuel James Lopez was born on July 22, 1972, to the proud parents Xavier and Beverly Mackey-Lopez in Wichita, Kansas
Whom proceeded him in death.

He attended Wichita Area Schools where he graduated from Heights High school.

Over the years, Emmanuel worked in retail management, construction and his later years with A1 Hauling where he partnered with his friend David Kirby. Outside of work, you could find Emmanuel enjoying his family, fishing, shopping, watching football, gambling, and taking walks. Emmanuel rededicated his life to Christ at Christian Faith Center. Where he was baptized.

Emmanuel departed this life on Sept.11,2025 at Wesley Hospital.

He enjoyed the remainder of his days with Ebony Johnson. He enjoyed his time with his family. Which include his sons : Xavier Lopez, Marquay Layday, DJ Adams all of Wichita; his brother, Emillio Jesus Lopez of Norton, Kansas., All of his grandchildren, Xavier Marquise Lopez Jr., Talaya Lynn Judd-Lopez, Ayana Lyday, Marquay Lyday,Jr, Kayden Lyday, and a host of relatives including nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Special Reflections of his son Xavier

I want to you to know that I appreciate everyone for showing their respect for the man that taught me how to love, how to respect others and how to show up and show out at every event. There will never be any other King on God's green earth that can take the place of my father, Emmanuel James Lopez, who will forever be in my heart always.