how can i delete unneccessary apps on 4.4.4 kit kat

[AC Question]

i need space on my fone,
as it's only 8 gigs;
i gave gmail, i DON'T need the stock email app,
yet the fone "won't allow" me to delete it,
plus i cannot upgrade: my budget's faaaar from big

 

[hallux]

Unfortunately, pre-installed apps are typically NOT removable.