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Eleanor Embree Obituary
GALLOWAY: Eleanor "Kay" Embree, 72 of Galloway, formerly of Zanesville, passed away 11:24 PM Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at Kobacker House in Columbus.
She was born Friday, December 6, 1940 in Dayton, the daughter of Buford Bernard and Josephine (Elliot) Bernard. She married William J. "Bill" Embree on Thursday, October 5, 1961 and was a member of First Christian Church-Disciples.
Kay was a graduate of Philo High School and attended Glendora Junior College in Glendora, CA. She was employed with Bethesda Hospital, Racine Corporation and the Hydrolux Company. She was a member of Richvale Grange and was a Cub Scout Den Mother. Kay along with her husband owned and operated three stores in the Village of Dresden: Roosters, Roosters on Main and the Hen House. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family.
In addition to her husband, Kay is survived by two sons: James W. & Judy Embree of Galloway and Christopher J. Embree of New Albany; three grandchildren: Dakota Embree, Sydney Embree and Jordon Embree; one brother: Ben & Linda Bernard of Zanesville;14 nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
A caring cremation has taken place and a gathering of friends and family to celebrate Kay's life will be held, Sunday, May 19, 2013 from 2:00 PM till 5:00 PM at The Hillis, Combs & Nestor Funeral Home, 935 Forest Avenue, Zanesville. Internment will take place in Zanesville Memorial Park at a later date.
To leave a personal note of condolence or sign the online guestbook please visit www.hilliscombsnestor.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Century National
May 21, 2013
Bill, Thinking of you during this diffcult time. God Bless you. your friends at the Dresden Branch of Century National Bank
Gail Betts
May 19, 2013
Bill, Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. I was sorry to hear the news of Kay's passing. Take care.
May 19, 2013
Kay is with her Father in Heaven,I was blessed to have had her for my dear friend, we will all miss her, sincerely, Shirley tague, Vandagriff,
May 18, 2013
Bill & Family,
So sorry to hear about Kay. She was always cheerful, sweet & kind to everyone she came in contact with. You're in our thoughts & prayers.
Bob & Sally Tague
Tom & Joellen Kendrick
May 18, 2013
Bill & Family,
So very sorry to hear about Kay. She was one sweet, kind and cheerful lady. May all your wonderful memories help you in the days ahead.
With Sympathy,
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