Berwick, Maine
1934 - 2006
BERWICK: Hartley L. Emery, 71, of Blackberry Hill Rd. died at his home January 3, 2006.
A life long resident of Berwick, he was born on the family farm on April 15, 1934 the son of Hartley and Huldah (Ricker) Emery.
He was a graduate of Berwick High School class of 1951.
Mr. Emery was self-employed for most of his life opening several successful businesses. In 1953 he bought a one-room schoolhouse he had previously attended and turned it into a farm starting with a single chicken coup. In 1968 he started the Blackberry Hill farm equipment company selling it in 1978. In 1981 he started HL Emery Inc, which sold wholesale farm and landscape equipment.
He wintered in Winter Haven FL with his companion Marion attending spring training since the late sixties first with the Red Sox and latter with the Indians. He was a devoted Red Sox fan all his life and was finally rewarded in 2004.
Mr. Emery’s love of Christmas was showcased by his spectacular annual Christmas display at his home on Blackberry Hill.
Members of his family include his dear companion of 15 years Marion J. Larco; his four sons; Glenn S. Emery and his wife Pat, Gregg A. Emery and his wife Teresa of Berwick; Dale H. Emery and his wife Lisa Sorensen of Ca and David B. Emery of NJ. He leaves four grandchildren Derrick Emery, Keith Emery, Lisa Emery and Amanda Emery. He also leaves a sister Althea E. Ballard of Berwick and his niece and nephews Kay DeCourt, Douglas Ballard and Gary Ballard. He will be greatly missed by Her Majesty Bianca his beloved poodle.
He was predeceased by his brother in law Douglas Ballard.
Relatives and friends may call Thursday January 5 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the McIntire McCooey Funeral Home 301 Main St. South Berwick. The funeral service will be held Friday at the funeral home at 11am. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Berwick.
In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to American Cancer Society Maine Division INC., One Main St. Suite 300, Topsham, ME 04086-1240 or at www.cancer.org.
Please go to www.mcintiremccooey.com for more information or to sign the on-line guest book.
To the Emery family, I am sorry about your loss. I am also sorry I am just now learning of Hartley. I have a lot of memories from him and all of you.
Kevin Thompson
May 17, 2011 | Littleton, CO
Four years, doesn't seem like that long..many things change...many stay the same. January 3 will always be a cold day.
David Emery
January 03, 2010 | Neptune, NJ
David: I am so sorry to hear that you father passed away. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Theresa Gagnon-Dennis
March 20, 2008 | Tucson, AZ
Leaving a note, a year goes by so quickly.
David Emery
January 03, 2007 | Neptune, NJ
Expressing sympathy is always difficult, but we were extremely sorry to hear about Hartley's passing. He was a wonderful mentor to Dave many years ago and helped him develop his love of farming which still continues. Caring thoughts are with you.
Dave and Sheila Beamish
David and Sheila Beamish
January 13, 2006 | HAMMOND, NY
I was so saddened to hear that you lost Hartley; more devasted to learn too late and not be able to say farewell at the funeral. He changed my life, gave me life, which is evident everyday. He will forever be in my heart and spirit. Thank you Hartley. Love always, Traci
Traci (Price) Tuttle
January 08, 2006 | Fremont, NH
Our deepest sympathy to the family. He will be greatly missed.
Eddy&Monique St. Pierre
January 08, 2006 | 51 Wentworth Rd Berwick, ME
I am sorry to hear of your father's passing. I always enjoyed my visits to the farm as a child and your father's kindness. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of grief.
Robert Lefebvre, Jr.
January 08, 2006 | Somersworth, NH
Greg,
Our thoughts are with you and your family. Sorry for your loss. I have to say, since we've moved to the neighborhood, the old schoolhouse, all we had heard is how nice a person hartley is. He will be missed. We would of loved to hear how the school house turned into the farm. It sure is a nice spot up on the hill. We love it. TAKE CARE
Martin&Cherrie LeHoullier
January 06, 2006 | 169 Blackberry Hill Berwick, ME
