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Jeanne Zimmermann
January 8, 2021
I was thinking of Emory and when I did not receive his usual Christmas card, I searched online and found this site. To Diane and Emory's family, please accept my and my family's condolences. I am saddened by his death.
Emory was my parents' (Addison and Eleanor Van Wagner) next door neighbor in Venice, and a good friend to all. He was there when my mother was dying in 2008, and he came to my dad's surprise 90th birthday party in 2010. Best neighbor ever!, according to my mom. I loved hearing Emory's stories of sailing the Med. It seems like he had been everywhere and had friends everywhere. What an extraordinary life journey!
Woodfin Ligon
August 17, 2020
The photo shows Emory in 1954 in the fourth grade. As you can see, he was always happy and smiling. He will be missed.
Barbara Gamage
June 27, 2020
Those of us from Cumberland High School where Emory grew up and excelled in everything he did are deeply saddened by his death. Our deepest sympathy to Diane, Becky and the rest of the family.
Kathy Saleeba
June 24, 2020
Wow, what an extraordinary man... Emory's life was full of outstanding accomplishments and adventure. It amazed me how Emory did not let his kidney failure hold him back from enjoying his blessings. I often think of the day we toured Richmond and found Emory's childhood neighborhood, and, of course, the first evening we shared wine, old memories and laughs in Venice. Emory was a very special friend, and I promise to think of him often.
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David S.
June 24, 2020
He was a gentleman and courageous until the end. Condolences to Diane and his family.
Proud to call him my friend.
Judith Liston
June 22, 2020
My condolences to you, Diane, and his family. He was best sailing friend to my husband Jim and I've thought of you and Emory many times recently.
Chuck Tribbett
June 21, 2020
Our Condolences go out to Diane and the Harrison Family.
We were blessed to have met such a nice man. Emory was a happy and knowledgeable person. My wife and I loved Emory's stories. We will surely miss Emory.
Chuck & Alma
Son and Daughter-in-law of
Warren and Alma Neal
Donald and Vivian Lane
June 20, 2020
Bon Voyage
Karen Moore
June 20, 2020
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Emory. He was an amazing friend. We loved listening About his sailing adventures. What an amazing life he lived! May you enjoy your Dark and Stormys aboard your sailboat in Heaven! Love you our friend! ❤ Mike and Karen Moore
Dana McGovern
June 19, 2020
Emory will be greatly missed by us and I know we will forever cherish his kindness, cooking, and humor. He was one of a kind! Emory was always willing to teach many life lessons. From, putting together chairs, to handling tough life situations. He was the strength for many and will be missed by everyone. Diane we love you dearly and very saddened by the news. It is difficult to even write this right now. Hard to face. Emory has brighten every aspects of our life. From Christmas, to Ocean City and gossip music. Sending love to family during this difficult time.
Melissa Yanowitz
June 19, 2020
Diane,
We are sadden to hear this news. No doubt a great loss to you, family and friends. Please accept our condolences. "As long as we live, they too will live; for they are now a part of us as we remember them."
--Melissa and John, Severn House, Annapolis
Bob S
June 19, 2020
I really enjoyed sailing with him.
Jahn Tihansky
June 18, 2020
Very sorry to learn of his passing. I was fortunate to have enjoyed his friendship and camaraderie while sailing together with him. He'll be sorely missed.
Yvonne Dykes Wesley
June 18, 2020
He was like my big brother, also there to calm down and pick me up, will miss my birthday call, this past October I was on a cruise and missed his call, rest in peace, love you, Yvonne
Maria H & family
June 18, 2020
Always w/us in our heart & thoughts.
john jay schwarz
June 18, 2020
Good man. Served the City and the community well. Good friend. Will be missed.
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