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This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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Molly McNiff
January 3, 2010
Just wanted to let you know I've thought of you and Emmett over the past year. My dad told me he thought of Emmett as a brother. I hope you all are doing well.
Pat and Tom Strigel
January 15, 2009
Dear Gerry,
Tom and I were in Florida and didn't learn of Emmett's passing until our return. We mourn with you and will always remember Emmett fondly.
Rob, Mary, Becca, Andrew Penney
January 14, 2009
Bill and Family,
I realize this is a time of great sadness. Having lost my dad just this past May 2008, I can assure you that it is also a time of great opportunity. Each and every day carry forth his memory, continue to embrace all the little things he said, he did, and he believed in. By doing so, you too will experience the joy of everlasting love.
Rich Camp
January 14, 2009
Gerry and family,
We were in San Diego and missed the ceremony to celebrate Emmetts passing. You were wonderful neighbors and friends to me and my family and we will certainly miss him. A very kind and decent man he was.
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Scott Morrison
January 13, 2009
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Emmett's passing. His spirit was so bright! Our last visit with him at Bill and Pooh's went late into the evening - filled with love and laughter.
There was an old tradition in Ireland - The Parting Glass - a toast raised to those who were leaving for other places and not returning. Ellen and I have modified that tradition to those dearly departed and raised our glasses to Emmett the other night in tribute to a lovely human being.
Scott Morrison and Ellen rice
Judy and Tom House
January 12, 2009
We want to send our sincere condolences to you, Gerry, and your family. I'm sorry that we weren't still in Minnesota to join you in the celebration of Emmet's life...one lived well! You're in our prayers.
Mark Hicks
January 10, 2009
The first time I met Emmett was when he arrived with his son Bill and his belongings in Olympia to rent a room in my house. Bill and then Pooh became long time and dear friends, and we were able to enjoy Emmett and Gerri on their annual visits to Olympia. From the beginning Emmett grew on our family with his warm welcoming personality. We will miss him. Our prayers are with Gerri and the family during this difficult time. We rejoice in the memories that he left behind and appreciate that we were able to be part of them.
The Hicks family.
Rachel Royce
January 10, 2009
Joe, John, and the entire Zachmann family,
I was sad to get the news of Emmett's passing. I know how much he cherished and enjoyed his family and how much he will be missed by all. I am sending warm hugs and love to help with the grieving.
Lots of love from Rachel and from Matthew who met Emmett at the MN state fair.
Fr. Steve LaCanne
January 10, 2009
I was saddened to hear of your dear Emmet's death. I so enjoyed meeting him and your family at Fr. Tom's gatherings. You are remembered in my prayers and thoughts. His spirit lives on in you and his love for life continues with the all Loving Creator.
Mary Christopherson Hoff
January 9, 2009
Joe
I am so sorry for your loss. I know your Dad was a kind and gentle man. May the love and strength of all your many friends and family help you through the days to come.
Tom Mark
January 9, 2009
Bill,
Elisa and I were sadened to hear about your Dad. We know he was very important to you
Pam Johnson
January 9, 2009
We will miss Emmett so much at the cabin and the bridge table. He always had a great smile, a friendly greeting, and an interesting story. He was such a wonderful combination of a gentle yet also fun person. May wonderful memories help the family and loved ones heal.
Fr. Rinaldo B. Custodio
January 8, 2009
My condolences to the family. I have only fond memories of Emmett and the family. You are in my prayers. May he rest in peace.
Scott Rettmer
January 8, 2009
Bill,
Sorry to hear about your Dad. I have great memories about Emmett and being at your house. My condolences to your family. We will be thinking about you.
Scott Rettmer
Debbie Stewart
January 8, 2009
Jerry, Bill, Pooh and Family - I am so sorry to hear about Emmet's passing. He made me smile. Take care of yourselves. You are in my thoughts.
Karen Calvin
January 8, 2009
Maria and Family,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your father. He was an amazing man who had a good and long life. Cherish the memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Take good care. Karen and Linda
Molly McNiff
January 8, 2009
So sorry to hear this sad news. I think of Emmette as a happy, outgoing, loving person with a smile and personality that anyone would love. He'll be missed and remembered for years to come.
Katie MulQueeny Linde
January 8, 2009
Dear Gerry, Bill, Joe and Maria,
I was so sad to hear that Emmett had passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you. There are many fond memories of spending time with your family. My condolences to you during this difficult time.
Roberta Haight
January 8, 2009
Maria & Julia
We are thinking about you and your family. Dad's are a special breed to daughters....We are glad you had a great relationship with him in your life.
Ro and Paula
Bev and Joe Gromek
January 8, 2009
Dear Gerry and family,
We were sad to hear of Emmett's death. We will miss those special breakfasts each time we visit Minnesota.
His special smile and kind manner will stay with us always.
Please take care and charish the special memories.
Love Bev and Joe
Peter & Cindy Skowlund
January 8, 2009
Dear Gerry and Bill,
Peter and I were so saddened to hear of Emmett's recent passing. We have such fond memories of spending time playing Euchre, potlucks & especially the laughter and love. He will be missed by all who knew him we're sure. Take care.
Mark and Melissa McNamer Family
January 8, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Kathryn Holmes
January 8, 2009
Gerry, Joe, Bill and Maria,
I was so sad to hear of Emmett's passing. He was a special person - an absolute delight to be with. I know you (and many, many others) will miss him terribly, but cherish your memories of him and recognize that he lived a rich life full of friends and love.
Kathyn and Steve
Eric Dott
January 8, 2009
Dear Gerry, Joe, John and family- we were so sad to hear of your loss. We were honored to have known Emmett- he was a very warm and giving man. Please accept our condolences. love, Eric, Deb, Collin and Helena
Kathleen W. Whelpley
January 8, 2009
On behalf of Dianne Williams and her children: Please accept our deepest condolences.
Thomas Martick
January 7, 2009
We will sure miss Emmett - all the evenings playing bridge and drinking scotch. He sure didn't let any grass grow under his feet. Our thoughts are with you, Gerry.
Kris Torborg
January 7, 2009
Dear Gerry, Bill, Joe and Maria,
So sorry to hear of Emmett's passing. I loved running into him at both Fresh Seasons and all the Torborg events. I have fond memories of hanging out with Maria and all your family at your house on Crown. Kris "Volkert" Torborg
Nancy Elwood Kavey
January 7, 2009
Gerry and family,
May the lord give you strengh at this difficult time and may all your wonderful memories of Emmett provide you strengh in the coming months. A wonderful man that touched many people.
My thoughts are prayers are with you at this time.
Kevin & Janet Dee
January 7, 2009
Gerry: Emmett was a special person, I worked for him at the Star Tribune for just a short time, but he was one of the most influential men I have ever met and you are one of the sweetest people Janet and I have ever met, our hearts go out to you and your family.
John Caouette
January 7, 2009
Aunt Gerry, Bill, Joe, and Maria,
I am so sorry to hear about Emmett’s sudden death. I, like you, find it hard to believe that he is gone. I loved Uncle Emmett, and I will cherish many, many fond memories of him.
In short, Uncle Emmett loved quality. He loved quality in his home, his yard, his cars, his food, his vacations . . Most of all Emmett loved quality in his family.
Unlike some people, Emmett wasn’t indulgent with his desire for quality -- in fact it was the other way around. Somehow Emmett’s love for quality is what made him so generous and giving.
Good-bye Uncle Emmett. Thank you for being such a wonderful Uncle. I’ll miss you more than I can say or even imagine. You lived your life well. It’s too bad you had to go - you weren’t quite done yet.
Best wishes to all of you in these times of sorrow.
John Caouette, Becca Braun, Rosie and Alder Caouette
Dale Larsen
January 7, 2009
Dear Gerry -
We were shocked and saddened to read of my old friend Emmett's death. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy.
Ev and Dale Larsen
Jim and LaVerne Cardinal
January 7, 2009
Very surprised about Emmett. Saw him last at Hoagies in Hopkins a few months ago and he looked fine. He hid his 88 years very well. Our condolences to wife and family.
Collie Graddick
January 7, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
"BLESSED WISHES"
Tim Syverson
January 7, 2009
Joe, Gerry, and family,
My thoughts are with you.
Take care,
Tim
De and Hal Brenner
January 7, 2009
Gerry: We are grateful for our many memories of you and Emmett
De and Hal Brenner
Susan Elwood Edginton
January 7, 2009
I am so deeply saddened with this news.
I have such wonderful memories of him, as well as the entire family. At different times in my life and several moves across the country, I always enjoyed my visits with you when I was back in town. Geri, you and Emmett were always a part of my life somehow. As a small child playing with your kids and as we were growing up, and then later as an adult, always a special time for me. He certainly lived life to the fullest, every day - a lesson we should all take to heart.
Larry and I will always have such wonderful memories of the beautiful backyard party you two gave us - celebrating our wedding, with Emmett as the expert on the grill of course. The backyard was always such a beautiful place, where family and friends could always relax. I will cherish that always. Geri, you as well as your wonderful family are close in my thoughts and prayers at this time and in the days to come.
Love, from
Judi and Bob Moore
January 7, 2009
Bob and I were so sorry to learn of the passing of Emmett. He always had a smile on his face. I remember seeing him shopping at Cub when I was there and he was having such a good time there, all by himself. I laughed because I said I loved shopping without Bob also because then I could take my time and drink coffee and eat cookie samples. He said "that's what I like to do too". I know you will miss him greatly. Emmett was a wonderful person.
Mary Gorzycki
January 7, 2009
To our dear Zachmann family,
We are so blessed to have Emmett in our lives for so many years. What a wonderful man.
Tom, Mary and all the Caouettes
Mari & Jack Braatz
January 7, 2009
We were truly blessed in our life to have known Emmett. I feel especially lucky that I got to see him every year diligently helping with the elections in Minnetonka. That way I could keep an eye on him but never really keep up with him! He has left an inspiring lifetime legacy to be followed and will be tremendously missed.
Amy Carlson
January 7, 2009
Gerry and family-
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Josh, Piper, and Eily Bacskai
January 7, 2009
We are so sorry to hear about Emmitt's passing. He was truly a pleasure to be around and we will never forget our Easter egg hunt and guided tour of downtown Minneapolis. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Tim Bodin
January 7, 2009
Emmett was a peach of a guy surrounded by a wonderful, loving family. I will never forget the warmth I felt whenever I was around him. Let's celebrate his life and be thankful for how he showed us by example how we should live our own lives.
Lauren Rasula Klement
January 7, 2009
Dear Joe and Family,
You have my sympathy. I bet Rita was there to greet Emmett.
Catherine (Anderson) Buzzard
January 7, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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