Emily SCHLEY

1932 - 2016

SCHLEY, Emily A. Age 84, passed away August 21, 2016. She was born July 2, 1932 in Green Bay, WI to the late Hugo and Frieda Schwarting. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her step-father William Messner, husband Dewey Schley, half-brother Milton, and half-sister Dorothy. Emily is survived by her sons, William and wife Pamela, David and wife Pamela, and Paul; grandchildren, Megan and Katharine; step-grandchildren, Michael, Meredith, John, and Brison; and step-great-granddaughter, Lola. Emily was strong-willed, tough, and very supportive. She had a special ability to see the positive aspects of things, and through her actions, taught the value of maintaining a positive attitude. Her enthusiasm and optimism were contagious and as a result, she developed very many friendships. We will be forever grateful to her for unwavering love and support. A visitation will be held on Friday, September 9 from 6:00-8:00pm at the Belton-Stroup Funeral Home, 422 E. Dayton-Yellow Spgs. Rd., Fairborn, OH. The funeral will be held on Saturday, September 10 at 11:00am at Abiding Christ Lutheran Church, Fairborn. Visitation 10 am until the time of service at the church. A brief graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 17 at 10:00am at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Green Bay, WI. Memorial contributions may be made to Abiding Christ Lutheran Church.