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Kenneth Emerson Obituary
Ken, who had resided with his daughter in Lewis Run for the past five years, was born Oct. 24, 1927, in Eldred. He was a son of Frank and Violet McCoy Emerson. On Dec. 27, 1952, in St. Mary's Church, Sartwell, he married Veronica A. Masterson, who passed away June 5, 1974. Then on May 10, 1975, in St. Raphael's Church in Eldred, he married Janet M. Corthell, who passed away June 10, 2008.
Mr. Emerson was a 1946 graduate of Eldred High School. He resided in Newell Creek for 10 years before moving back to Eldred in 1963.
Ken served with the U.S. Army during World War II as a radio operator. He was employed by Clark Bros., which later became Dresser Rand, in Olean, N.Y., for 39 years, retiring as a lead mechanic in 1989.
He was a member of St. Raphael's Church since 1963, a member and past deputy Grand-Knight of the Knights of Columbus since 1963, and a life member of the Eldred American Legion Post 887 since 1949 and United Steel Workers Union 4601.
He loved to read, watch birds and have coffee with his morning club at T.J.'s. He also enjoyed spending time with his family.
Surviving are one son, Michael (Tammy) Emerson of Winchester, Va.; one stepson, Robert (Jennifer) MacWilliams of Camby, Ore.; four daughters, Kathleen (Ken) Perkins of Lewis Run, Amy Hetrick of Brookville, Michelle (David) Huie of Stanley, N.Y., and Melody (John) Basta of Toledo, Ohio; two stepdaughters, Karen (Rick) Tanner of Wills Point, Texas and Wendy (Tim) Morris of Kempner, Texas; 19 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and one brother, Walter (Dorothy) Emerson of Leicester, Mass.
In addition to his wives, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Stanley, Richard and Ronald Emerson; and one sister, Juanita Gross.
Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Frame Funeral Home in Eldred. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday (April 26, 2012) in St. Raphael's Church with the Rev. Steven Collins as celebrant.
Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Sartwell.
The Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Alzheimer's Association.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Emerson
May 4, 2012
Melody John Gabby Dani
I was sorry to hear about your Dad He was such a loving caring Daddy and Grampa he will be missed we had many laughs at our Emerson reunions throughout the years your family are all in my thoughts and prayers
Gail Schollard Newman (cousin)
Mark Splain
May 3, 2012
I will always recall Kenny opening up St. Raphael's in the morning..... talking with him on his porch..... seeing him at Dressers when I visited my Dad..... and observing how he carried himself as a man.
S Lerer
April 27, 2012
The staff of American Cancer Fund™ at www.AmericanCancerFund.org is sorry to hear of Kenneth's passing. We have received memorial contributions in his name and our sincere condolences go out to his family.
Sue English
April 25, 2012
We will always remember your dad as part of the "bedrock" of St. Raphael's - but an always smiling, teasing, happy part! So sorry for your loss - keeping you and all your family in prayer.
Becky Dazell
April 24, 2012
Melody, John, Gaby, Dani,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May he live on in your memories and may you cherish them for a lifetime.....
Becky, Dave, Zach and Jennifer
Sabrina Ellison
April 24, 2012
Lots of love your way. I feel an ache in my heart for what you and your family are going through.
Aunt liz Muscarlli
April 24, 2012
Sorry for you lost my thougths and prays are with you and your family
Betty Connolly
April 24, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your mom and dad were neighbors when I lived on Edson Street...way back when...I liked them both very much.
Betty Jo Goodyear Connolly
April 24, 2012
Melody & Family We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad, Remember all of the good times you had with Him and those should help you through this time of sorrow. Margaret & Tom Schonter
Sam W
April 24, 2012
Melody and family-I am so sorry for your loss. Take comfort in your memories of a terrific man and the legacy he has left. Love you!
Aunt liz Muscarelli
April 24, 2012
Dear melody very sorry for your lost my prays are with u and your family
Jenni G.
April 24, 2012
Melody and family,
We are truly sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you all.
April 23, 2012
Mike, Kathy, Amy, Michelle, Melody, Rob, Karen & Wendy--we send our condolences & hope all of you are doing well.
Jim & Jeanie Farr
Dawn and Chuck, Chuckie n Cameron Carnes
April 23, 2012
We are so sorry for your your loss Melody. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Helen Long
April 23, 2012
Melody and family, I'm so very sorry for the loss of your father. May you treasure your memories in your heart forever.
teresa signor
April 23, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Stephanie DeNicola
April 23, 2012
So sorry, Mel
Elena Girolamo
April 23, 2012
Melody,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how special your dad was to you and this is going to be very difficult. I will keep you, your dad, and your family in my prayers.
Love,
Elena
Melody
April 23, 2012
For my Daddy:
"Remember that I love you, know I'll always care,
whatever path your life may take, feel that I am there.
As I rocked you, my little girl, and soothed your tears away,
the little fingers on your hand, touched my heart that day.
A day has come when dark skies, make you feel all hope has gone,
but in time, the sun will shine, to cast your shadow long.
Look to see that shadow - look, learn and find,
behold, your silhouette is first - with mine, a step behind."
I will always be your little girl, and I will always carry you around with me. There will never be a moment in my life that I won't feel you there, right beside me. All my love, until we're united again. ~Melody Lynne
KATHY NUHFER WOJTANIK
April 23, 2012
I HAVE A LOT OF MEMORIES OF KEN.HE AND HIS WIFE WOULD PATCH US UP AFTER ANNIE AND I WOULD TRY AND SKATE BOARD DOWN FROM KING TO ELM.
THEY ALWAYS HAD BANDAIDS.
Cheryl Smith
April 23, 2012
I was privledged to meet Kenny while caring for his wife, Jan. They taught me so much about keeping it in today and enjoying this moment. They taught me about love and caring and about what "until death" really means. Thank you Kenny for being a part of my life.
With love in Christ,
April 23, 2012
Remembering Uncle Kenny with fond memories and love. We are thinking of you! Mom sends her love. Tom and Melani (Emerson) Murphy.
Mary Agnes Riggle
April 23, 2012
I have so many fond memories of Uncle Kenny. He was for sure one of the good guys.
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