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Gregory Emert Obituary
CREVE COEUR - Gregory L. "Greg" Emert, 58, of Creve Coeur passed away at 2:20 p.m. Wednesday, April 14, 2010, at Pekin Hospital.
He was born on Sept. 30, 1951, in Peoria to Harvey and Pauline Huston Emert. Greg married Shirley "Becky" Knaggs on July 15, 1978, in Peoria.
Greg was a U.S. Air Force Vietnam-era veteran.
He was employed as an electrician for Caterpillar for 32 years, retiring in 2004.
He was involved with the Boy Scouts and enjoyed bowling, fishing and golfing.
Greg is survived by his wife of 31 years, Shirley "Becky" of Creve Coeur; his five sons, Shawn (Kay) Emert, Jason (Stacia) Emert, Marcus Emert, Nick Emert and Owen Emert; his daughters, Courtney (Steve) McKee and Michelle Emert; 13 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; his sister, Bonita Cole; his three brothers, Ronald (Connie) Emert, Kevin (Debbie) Emert and Terry Emert; and several nieces and nephews.
Greg was preceded in death by his parents.
A celebration of Greg's life will be at 6 p.m. Sunday, April 18, 2010, at Schmidt-Haller Burial and Cremation Service, 1625 Candletree Drive, Peoria, Ill. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Cremation will be accorded following the service.
Memorial contributions would be greatly appreciated if made to Greg's family to help with funeral and medical expenses.
Please view Greg's life story at www.Schmidt-Haller.com and to leave tributes and condolences.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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julie bordner
April 17, 2010
I am so sorry at the loss of hearing that Greg has passed on into another life, I worked at Cat in the Cafetiria, for 10 years,whenever I needed something he was always there with a smile, asking if I wanted somtething done(things were always messing up), I left in "93, I miss everyone who worked there, my deepest sympathy, 'cause Greg was a good guy!!
Steve"The Bird" Cooley
April 17, 2010
April 17,2010
To the Emert family;GREG and I were old freinds,from school in Creve Coeur.We shared many of the same interests,loves,and memories.Our birthday's were just 3days apart.so we naturally shared many confidences.Like so many though,we drifted away after school.But,quite by accident,we would run into one anouther.Greg would never miss an opportunity to give me his trademark-infectuous smile and want to reminise,just as if it was only yesterday.Greg was a very sensitive,fun-loving person.I'm sure he will be missed by many."If there are any jam-sessions in heaven,i'm sure he is there asking to join in!"
Robyn Frank
April 17, 2010
I am so sorry I didn't get to say goodbye. I will never forget my Uncle Greg. I do know that he is in a better place now, and is not suffering anymore. I love you Aunt Becky. You all are in my thoughts, my prayers, and have my deepest sympathy.
Ron Galloway
April 16, 2010
To all of the Emert family, you have my deepest sympathy for the loss of Greg. I will always remember him and the rest of you from our long ago times together as kids.
Crystal Stufflebeam
April 16, 2010
I am sorry to hear of the lose of your brother, husband, father. He is with Harold and our dads, Woody and Harvey, fishing on the banks of a river...with no more pain.
David & Jeanette Bradshaw
April 16, 2010
Our thoughts and most sincere prayers go out to Becky and the entire family. We're proud to call you family. Love you.
April 16, 2010
Emert Family, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. Lean on each other and allow yourselves time to grief for your loved one. With deepest sympathy, Kathy Radovich
LD Tate
April 16, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Becky.
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