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Perry Emmons Obituary
Sioux Falls - Perry L. Emmons, 85, passed away peacefully on November 27th, 2018 at Sanford Ava's House. Funeral services are scheduled for 10:30 AM on Saturday, December 1st at St John's Lutheran Church. The family will greet friends at a visitation held at the Heritage Funeral Home on Friday November 30th from 5:00-7:00 PM. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Shirley; 2 children, Jeffery (Mary) from Ayer, MA, Mori, who resides in Tempe, AZ; 2 grandchildren Ben (Sami) from Indianapolis, IN and Katy who lives in Brooklyn, NY; 1 great grandchild, Wilder Lee; 2 brothers, Keith (Arline) hailing from Birchwood, WI, Jim (Julie) who live in Omaha, NE; 3 nieces and 1 nephew. Perry was preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Eva. The family wishes to thank Sanford's USD Medical Center and Ava's House personnel for their exceptional care of Perry. Donations can be made to St John's Lutheran Church, Sanford Ava's House, and Make-A-Wish South Dakota. www.heritagesdfsd.com.
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Ione Carlson
December 26, 2018
Shirley and family, I am so very sorry to hear of Perrys passing. I was not aware that he had passed away. I feel so sad that I sent you a Christmas card and a birthday card for Perrys birthday on Christmas and did not even know he had passed. I was out of town for a funeral in Aberdeen that same weekend and must have missed it. Again, I apologize. I would have been at the funeral. I am so sad that I was not there. Perry was a wonderful boss and a wonder Person. He was so compassionate. Cherish the memories.
Lou Moir
December 18, 2018
Thanks to Marilyn M. I just heard about Perry's passing. I smile when I think about him, what a joyful person. And how kind you two were to my mother. You're in my prayers.
Lou
Joyce (Angus) Bennett
December 16, 2018
To Shirley and family, I just now learned of Perry's passing. He will be greatly missed. Always enjoyed visiting with him, back when he was at Union Insurance and times with Glen & Ruby. Our deepest sympathy, Joyce & Jack Bennett, Gayle & Roger Angus
Ferris Grund
December 3, 2018
Perry was such a dear friend and coach to me. He was like my second dad. At Augustana, he taught me to the best person and softball player I could be. He lead us with his great coaching ability to a National Championship! God is so blessed to have another angel in heaven! Love you, Perry! Enjoy your news wings with those who love you here and there. Ferris Grund #28 will always have a special place for you in my heart.
Siri (Johnson) Peterson
December 1, 2018
I will always remember how calm his presence made me feel as I warmed up in the bullpen or talked to him on the mound. I owe him such a debt of gratitude for the role he played in my life. What an honor to know him and play for him.
Pam Gilyard-Melenich
November 30, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Perrys passing. He was such an integral part of Auggie softball and I feel fortunate to have played for him in 85 & 86. After just calculating his age at that time, Im both impressed, and embarrassed that a 54 year old man could beat a 21 year old in a 50 yard dash! We shared some good laughs over that. All my sympathy for the loss of such a great man.
Pam Gilyard-Melenich
Dana Oas
November 30, 2018
Thanks for being such a great role model to all the kids in the neighborhood Perry. I was fortunate to have grown up around the Emmons family. My thoughts and prayers are with you Shirley, Jeff, and Mori, during this difficult time. I think of you all often when I am back in the neighborhood.
Jon Radin
November 30, 2018
Thank you Mr Emmons for the fun and learning during my basketball years on the Menzel-Emmons team. Condolences to Jeff and family.
Cindy Aerni
November 29, 2018
Thanks Perry for all you have done during my college years. When Mori and I rented a house you gave us some furniture and food in the frig. Always supporting our softball team. Love you dearly.
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