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Cherry Emerson Obituary
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Mr. Cherry L. Emerson of Atlanta, Georgia and Duxbury, Massachusetts died April 29, 2007 at the age of 90. A memorial service will be held, at Central Congregational Church, date to be announced. Arrangements by H. M. Patterson & Son, Spring Hill 1020 Spring St. Atlanta, GA 30309
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Henry Munford
July 31, 2007
We have lost a brilliant man. I had the good fortune to visit with Cherry several times in the past few years and each time I left inspired. We always had a good time together. I am not an engineer so we spoke about family histories and music. On our last visit he signed and gave me a book I will always cherish. I am so sorry he is gone.
Jeff Lapic
May 10, 2007
Our thoughts are with the Emerson family in dealing with the loss of so powerful a presence. Over the years since I first met the Emersons in 1963 in Duxbury, it has been a privilege and a pleasure to be a friend of several of the members of the Emerson clan. Their many exceptional qualities are his greatest legacy.
Robert S. Smith, Captain USN Ret
May 6, 2007
I have always had the greatest respect and admiration for Mr. Cherry Emerson. He was a venerable adversary and reliable partner on the tennis court and the best of role models for anyone who had the priviledge of knowing him.
CLE's Steinway purchased in Atlanta @ age 14
May 6, 2007
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Laura Emerson Dunn
May 6, 2007
It is touching to see the wonderful entries in the Cherry Logan Emerson guest book. I'd like to add a favorite photo of Dad in his Canterbury Court office, looking great the day after his 90th birthday. I'll also add a photo of the cherished Steinway Dad bought at age 14, using all of his hard-earned savings.
Love to All,
Laura Emerson Dunn
Marianne and Lehman Barnes
May 6, 2007
We just lost Marianne's Dad, so we can empathize with you, Emerson family. Give one another hugs and cherish your memories. Dads are not forgotten. They live in all that we do. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joel Bowman
May 6, 2007
What I remember most about Cherry Emerson is the warmth and energy he radiated. His smile was absolutely infectious. He energy and vision made a difference in so many ways that I doubt any one, except probably Mary, had a grasp of everything he did. As former chair of the Chemistry department at Emory, I had the great good fortune to work with Cherry one of his ambitions for the department - the establishment of the Emerson Center for Scientific Computation and the William Henry Emerson Chair. These made a huge impact on the reputation of the department. Cherry was a charismatic individual and his stories were always engrossing and full of interesting facts. I doubt I will know the likes of him again in my life. (Joel M. Bowman, Emory University)
Don Giddens
May 2, 2007
Atlanta, and especially Emory and Georgia Tech, had a true friend and supporter in Cherry Emerson. I recall his very strong role when the Emory-Georgia Tech Biomedical Technology Research Center was created in 1987 - a center that was the cornerstone for the remarkable partnership that these two institutions enjoy today. His advice and vision guided us in those formative days and continued to sustain our development over the years. We will all miss him, and we extend our deepest condolences to his family.
Kendra Kirz
May 2, 2007
Kathy & Krista - my sincere condolences to you and your family. My first thought of Cherry was sitting in my kitchen at D'Youville before playing a game of tennis. We were talking about Biology...doesn't every one discuss Biology before tennis? During our conversation, I mentioned a Platelet was a cell fragment. Your Dad passionately disagreed and demanded to see the text book that said such a thing. I obliged and he replied in frustration, "The book is wrong!" He was passionate about science and he was passionate about tennis. He best us soundly!
As time passes, the tears will turn to smiles as you recall the happy memories of the days you shared.
Kendra Kirz
Terry Martin-Hart
April 30, 2007
Cherry Emerson's legacy celebrates a life well-lived -- centered on his love of family, dedication to academics, the joy of imagination and a devotion to the classical music world. I am privileged to have worked with him. It is a blessing to have known him. Heartfelt condolences,
Terry Martin-Hart
April 30, 2007
MAY GOD COMFORT THE EMERSON FAMILY
Ron Antinori
April 30, 2007
I met and knew Cherry because of his long affiliation with the Atlanta Chamber Players. His philantrophy, especially regarding classical music, was an inspiration to me and it will continue to be my roadmap for many years to come. He has put down big footprints and provided wide shoulders for us to stand on.
Paula Peace
April 30, 2007
Cherry Emerson was a giant among men – a brilliant scientist and inventer, a philanthropist who greatly impacted the classical music scene in Atlanta and Boston, and he was a wise, funny and tender friend and mentor. I loved him as a father and will forever be grateful that I had the chance to know him well. His vision and generosity will long continue to shower blessings on future students, performers and audiences of classical music.
William Chace
April 30, 2007
Emory University has had no better friend, no more thoughtful donor, and no greater sponsor of the best in chemistry and music than Cherry Emerson. He will be long remembered, much praised, and deeply missed.
Deirdre Russell
April 30, 2007
Dr. Emerson was sweet and generous to me every time I met him. He was a kind soul who will be sorely missed.
Peter Dunn
April 30, 2007
It is hard to accept that Cherry is gone. I have great memories of him, the family, the stories, and the intellect. I respected him greatly. I most enjoyed the long afternoons playing golf in Duxbury. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Mary, and the rest of the family.
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