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Emmett Conway Obituary
Emmett was the founder and CEO of Superior Hardwoods of Ohio, Inc. and worked his whole life to improve and grow the family business. His greatest passions were his family, friends, fishing, golfing and forestry. He loved a compelling conversation, sharing wisdom and helping others realize their full potential. He always made sure to give back to the local communities, live life to the fullest and had the best laugh.
He was a past President of the Ohio Forestry Association, served as a chairman for the Paul Bunyan Show and was a former board member of the McArthur Savings and Loan and Unity Savings Bank. He was a member of several organizations including the Delta Masonic Lodge #207 F&AM, Trowel Chapter #71, the Trowel Council #71, the Jackson Commandery #53, the Aladdin Shriners, and the Athens Elks #973.
In addition to his wife, he leaves behind his cherished children: Adam (Lori) Conway of Granville, Laura (Sean) Clark of Port Clinton, Will (Amber) Conway of Athens and Connie's children: Clint Vaughn of Athens, Courtney (James) Franc and Kylie Toy of San Diego, California. He will be deeply missed by his nine grandchildren Addison, Raleigh, Grayson, Gavin, Ainsley, Ally, Farrah, Sloane and Cora. Emmett was the fourth of Emmett Sr. and Myrtle's six children. His devoted siblings include Carol Yegerlehner, Bobbie Sue (Earl) Elbert, Sandy (Bill) Morrissey, Jenny (Pat) Pesta and Richard (Mary) Conway. He was the uncle to several wonderful nieces and nephews.
Friends and family may pay their respects Friday, January 27th from 12:00pm to 3:30pm at Calvary Assembly of God Church in McArthur, Ohio. A Masonic service will be held at 3:30pm. Funeral service will begin at 4:00pm with Carmen Cline officiating.
Arrangements are by Garrett-Cardaras Funeral Home, 201 West High Street, McArthur, Ohio.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Ohio Forestry Association Foundation, c/o Emmett Conway, Jr. Memorial Fund at: https://www.ohioforest.org/donations/donate.asp?id=5397
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Wayne & Cheryl McAlarney
April 18, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with Emmett's family during this difficult time! Emmett will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Gary Swingle
February 4, 2023
Emmett was a great friend and companion during our years growing up in McArthur. Many a day during the summer we would go down to Brown's Pond with a can of worms and our fishing rods to spend the afternoon in the sun and fishing. Once we even ventured to the pond during the winter to ice skate with me borrowing one of his sisters skates. In our high school years Emmett anchored the right side of our offensive line and could always be counted on for the key block. We grew apart in our post high school days as my assignments took me away from McArthur but I will never forget the good times that we had together. He will be missed.
David Young
January 27, 2023
Praying for the Conway family during this difficult time of loss.
Larry Evans
January 27, 2023
An impelling physical stature who commanded immediate respect, contagious smile, gregarious laugh, engaging conversationalist with superior intellect, confident and decisive decision maker, excellent and willing teacher, role model and mentor, enthusiastic, energetic, humble, respectful to others, dedicated to family, impeccable moral focus. A true leader, colleague, ally and most important friend who I will miss greatly. A life well lived. I was blessed to have known Emmett Conway Jr. With my deepest sincere sympathy.
Larry Hensley
January 26, 2023
Emmett Conway was a one-of-kind person that lived a remarkable life. I feel lucky I got know him”. “He really made a difference in so many lives. I know he will be remembered with love”.
Mike Besonen
January 25, 2023
Emmett will always remain a legend in the Ohio forest products industry for the many positive impacts he has made for The Ohio Forestry Association, his community, and the local economy in Southern Ohio. My condolences to his family in the passing of this great man.
Vicki (Spratt) Kiernan
January 25, 2023
My sympathies to Emmett's wife, 3 children, and grandchildren. Emmett was my boss for many years. And I have to say, he was always a kind and fair man to work for.
Vicki (Spratt) Kiernan
Cindy Taylor
January 25, 2023
Sorry for the family's loss. Prayers for all
Wayne and Janice McMillan
January 25, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at the loss of your father.
Amy Garrett
January 24, 2023
My deepest condolences on the loss of your father.
Gary Kaster
January 24, 2023
Sorry to hear this news. My condolences and prayers to the family. I worked with Emmet many years ago thru OFA. He was a peer, a leader and a bedrock for the forest industry. Gary Kaster
Vicki Carr White
January 24, 2023
Sorry to read about Emmett's passing. It's been years since we've been in touch, but I'll never forget the good old times. He was always a gentleman. Know that he has gone to a better place. Thoughts and prayers to all the family. R.I.P.
Carol Porter
January 24, 2023
Sending Condolences to Emmett 's family. Absent from the body, present with the Lord.
Ivy Steele=McCollum
January 23, 2023
My heart is breaking for Adam, Laura and Will and their families, as well as Emmett's wife, siblings, and many friends. I met Emmett Jr. when I was just 11 years old. He and his first wife Cathy lived across the street from my childhood home. Many, many days and evenings of my teen years were spent in their home babysitting their children. I was babysitting when Laura fell off the chair and broke her collarbone, when Laura and Will were both sick and Cathy and her dad had to rush Will to the ER with an extreme fever and Cathy trusted me to stay with Laura and give her ice baths to bring her fever down. When I was in college at OU, they drove to Athens to pick me up so I could babysit in a hotel room while they attended a wedding. When I graduated college, Emmett offered me my first "real" job, as a bookkeeper for his new startup company, Superior Hardwoods. I worked for him there for 8 years before moving on to the OVRDC for the wood industry, which lead me to working for the Ohio Forestry Association, the Paul Bunyan Show, the Game of Logging and with the Loggers Chapters in Ohio. As an OFA staff member, I nominated Emmett to the OFA Board of Directors. I was delighted when he accepted and got involved with the OFA. I moved on to work for the Mead Paper Company and loss touch with Emmett at that time. However, I have looked up to him like a brother since I was 11 years old (52 years), even to calling for his advice during tough times. Sadly, the last time I saw him was years ago at his dad's funeral. Emmett Sr. was a special man too, and it is understandable where Emmett got his love of the forest. Time moves on so fast, and it is easy to lose touch, but those that mentor us, and care for us, stay in our hearts forever. I will miss him. May God comfort you all.
Debi Wakefield Bowman
January 23, 2023
Emmett, a gentle giant, who always welcomed me during my stay with Connie and him. I will always treasure our morning coffee on the porch, before you would head off to work and leave us girls to enjoy our time. My God sustain all of your loved ones during this time of grief. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Rest in Peace my friend. Deb
Randy and Sue Chiki
January 23, 2023
Conway Family
Bless your family during this difficult time.
sara gregory
January 23, 2023
May God give Emmett’s family peace and loving memories. He and I were classmates for 12 years in McArthur school and Emmett was always kind to me.
Sara Saltz Gregory
Teresa (Saylor) Emmert
January 23, 2023
Prayers for strength and comfort to Emmet's family and friends. Adam, Laura, and Will, I still remember babysitting for you many years ago. Special prayers for you.
Larry & Diane Acord
January 23, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you
Gary Martin
January 23, 2023
RIP Emmett, you had a life well lived and left your community a better place. Your family was so fortunate to have you as its Patriarch. Gary Martin ( fellow ‘71 Bobcat)
Tuesdee Sharpe
January 23, 2023
Connie and Family, my deepest condolences!
Mary Roger
January 23, 2023
A brother has a special place in your heart where he will be forever. He has shared your memories of your childhood and may you always remember him with love and a smile.
Skip and Sonnie Vosler
January 23, 2023
Connie and family, we were so sorry to learn of Emmett's passing. Knowing Emmett for many years he enjoyed life and was very charitable to his many interests. Our sincere sympathy and prayers.
Bob Boyles
January 23, 2023
The world will be a lesser place with the loss of Emmitt. He was an icon of Forestry in Ohio. He worked hard at making people feel special and part of Ohio’s forestry community. His dedication to the Ohio Forestry Association can be matched by none as he built the OFA Paul Bunyan Show to its current stature. He received many awards for his work and his generosity and with each one he was always humbled, appreciative and ever so modest. It was always apparent to me that he felt more pleasure in giving awards, rather than receiving them. He has been recognized by a number of groups and agencies over the years for his hard work and enthusiasm and will be missed by all. His infectious laughter can never be replaced and his pragmatic common sense approach to complex issues were inspiring lessons for all.
May you rest in peace my friend and it is hoped our paths will cross again.
Gayla Fleming
January 23, 2023
Adam, Laura, Will, Connie and your families, my heart is breaking for you. Emmett was my mentor and my friend and one of the greatest men I will ever meet. I thank God for putting him into my orbit and giving me the opportunity to know him. My prayers are with your family and the forestry community that loved him.
Virgil Francis
January 22, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Virgil Francis
January 22, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
George Comstock
January 22, 2023
I was a forester for Superior Hardwoods in the 1990’s and early 2000’s and got to know Emmett very well during that time, I learned a tremendous amount from him, more than you could ever learn in college. One thing he loved was a trophy size white oak log, it would always spawn a lengthy and intimate conversation, much like a story coming from someone who just harvested a big buck. In my experience, his passion was always at the logging end of his business, it seemed that it took him away for a moment, away from the daily stressors of the manufacturing. A couple things I’ll always remember about my time with him was his contagious laugh, that he made work fun, and how enthusiastically he would greet me and others. To his family, please accept my condolences as I know you are grieving a tremendous loss.
Stephen McWilliams
January 22, 2023
Thoughts and Prayers to family. Another classmate gone to soon !
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