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Emery Letham Obituary
Emery Joseph Letham passed away peacefully on April 4, 2021 surrounded by his family at his home in Bristow, Virginia. Predeceased by daughters Ann and Martha and son-in-law Warren Miller. He will be greatly missed by his cherished wife of 65 years Norma, daughters Susan and Mary, son-in-law Michael, grandchildren Jason (Andrea), Megan (Stephen), Emily (Joe), Benjamin (Erin), Alexander, Michael, Savannah and Mackenzie (Randy) and great-grandchildren Jonathan, Paisley, Adelaide and Declan.
Emery was born in Turtle Creek, Pennsylvania in 1934 to Robert Letham and Martha Madigan Letham, attended St. Colman's Catholic School, Turtle Creek High, Indiana University of Pennsylvania (Class of 1956), University of Virginia (UVA) in Charlottesville and the University of Rochester (U of R) New York. Emery received his Master of Education from UVA in 1968 and completed all the course work for his Ph.D. at the U of R in 1977.
Emery's career as a passionate educator spanned 33 years, beginning at Mayville Central School in Mayville, N.Y. (1956-1962) and finished at Wheatland-Chili High School (1962- 1989) where he was a wrestling coach, teacher, Junior High Principal and Senior High Principal. Two of his favorite sayings were "Think, it may be a new experience" and "When you are done screwing around, read the directions".
Emery and Norma spent almost 20 years of their retirement in Punta Gorda, Florida enjoying golfing every day and the "Country Club" life. Emery served as the Vice President, Director of the Southwest Florida Men's Golf Association, Inc. Emery's lifelong love of learning continued into his retirement and he devoted the last 15 years to researching family genealogy.
Cremation has taken place and a private burial will take place at a future date.
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LorenTripp
May 17, 2022
I just learned of his passing...Ive thought of him often. Im hoping you are resting in peace sir. You were a positive force in my life. See you on the other side.
Keith A. Church SR.
April 19, 2021
Condolences to Emery's family and friends. He was a great teacher and I'm sure he is already greatly missed.
Debra Dunlap Ventura
April 18, 2021
Mr. Letham was a wonderful person. He made learning Biology interesting and fun. He was truly dedicated to his students. Rest in peace Mr. Letham.
Frank Ziefel
April 17, 2021
Was a great teacher. He will be missed by many. My sympathy goes out to his family
Lisa Harris Fitzgerald
April 17, 2021
I am so sorry - I have so many great memories of Mr Letham as a teacher , administrator and father to my friends . May all your beautiful memories find you some peace . Love to all
Jim Munnings
April 17, 2021
Rest In Peace Mr Letham. You made learning biology fun! I was blessed to have you as one of my educators.
Michael Benson
April 17, 2021
Emery was a great guy, my teacher and friend. So sorry to hear of his passing.
Tom Zimber
April 17, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Cynthia Moran
April 17, 2021
My sincere condolences for his family. Emery gave me my first job as a teacher in Wheatland Chili's Junior High School. He was a special man and a great educator.
George Hewitt
April 17, 2021
I remember Mr. Letham as a teacher every student respected whatever grade they received in hie class. This was a rare thing at WCCS.
CChurch
April 17, 2021
He was one of my teachers and a wonderful one at that. Godspeed Mr. Letham.
Barbara Zuck
April 17, 2021
Mr. Letham was a fine educator and a kind man. I remember him well, even after all these years. I’m sure he will be greatly missed by his family and friends, and by his many former students.
Jack Thompson
April 16, 2021
I had him as a teacher for two years and enjoyed his classes and openness to his students. He was kind and soft spoken.
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