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Ardith Emond Obituary

Ardith Ann Emond, 81, passed away February 2, 2013 in Canon City, CO. She was born February 1, 1932 in Canon City to William and Alta S. (Osborne) Colbert. Ardith was united in marriage to Everett C. Emond; he preceded her in death. Together they owned and operated Emond Lumber for 54 years. Ardith is survived by her children, Sherry (Bud) May, Jerry (Nancy Jean) Emond, Nancy (Jerry) Flick, Dave Emond, and Tracy (Paulette) Emond; thirteen grandchildren; seventeen great grandchildren; and brother, Wayne Colbert. She is also survived by her little dog "Ginger", who she loved very much. She was preceded in death by her daughter Jo Berry. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Friday, February 8, 2013 at Holt Chapel of the Garden with Graveside Service to follow at Lakeside Cemetery in Canon City. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, National Processing Center, PO Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516 or to Sangre de Cristo Hospice - West at 601 Greenwood Ave., Cañon City, CO 81212. Arrangements handled through Holt Family Funeral Home. Online condolences @ www.holtfamilyfuneral homes.com

Published by The Canon City Daily Record from Feb. 6 to Feb. 7, 2013.
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Happy Birthday Granny! Love you!

Brian Flick

February 1, 2014

Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Catherine (Marrs )Yeo.

Catherine Marrs-Yeo

February 12, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Clawson Family

February 8, 2013

Sherry so sorry to hear about your Mom.

Gwen Kaminski, Lawyer

February 7, 2013

We know you are in great hands now. You left your mark on all of us who were blessed to know you and call you friend. We love you. Until we meet you again rest in peace.

Tammy & Steve Ruhberg

February 7, 2013

randy emond

February 6, 2013

Love you Granny

Tammy Hardin

February 6, 2013

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