CHARLES "BUDDY" EMMERKE

Buddy would want us to think of ourselves as thermostats rather than thermometers. the moral is that instead of just observing problems we should change them!

Buddy, a dear friend to all- When he stepped into a room he`d light the whole place up, With his black cowboy hat and his $million dollar$smile. Buddy always knew what to say when you were feeling down, He`d lift your spirts up whenever he was around. To know him is to love him There will never be another His wife, he loved with all of his heart, There was no one else above her. His children each and every one knew they were deeply loved. For he made no bones about it, Still they were the...

This is not goodbye-just God`s promise of tomorrow, Although our lives are grieving-Our hearts loaded with sorrow! You left so suddenly-All of us sadly sigh, I watched you leave going home-Didn`t know it was toward the sky! Jesus took your hand Buddy-A man so dedicated, loyal and true, and never meeting a stranger - Buddy we are all so overwhelmed - We are sadly missing You! I hear you singing thru the pearly gate - Come all don`t stray or you`ll be late! Please watch over Buddy God - Oh...

Dear Family of Buddy Emmerke,
I had the pleasure of meeting Buddy at the drive thru window at the bank. He was a wonderful man, always had a kind word for us and loved his country music especially Alan Jackson. We will miss him and was so sad to hear of his passing just today. We will miss his smile and thoughts for the day.

I want to thank everyone that has signed Buddys Guest Book. Very meaningful to me and I very much appreciate it. He was a joy a fine man and I love him and miss him terribly.

Dear Sharon, The news of Buddy's death was e-mailed to me by a classmate. I am so sorry and send my sympathy. I spoke to Buddy at our 50th high school reunion. My thoughts are with you. Molly Short Sparger

Buddy was truly one of the finest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He always had a good story to tell and loved good music. He will be missed as a friend and a neighbor.

my loving brother in-law. i will miss our talks and laughter. go heels! love . jack mcginn