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Emerson Kolda Obituary

Kolda, Emerson H. Died peacefully on February 25, 2013, at age 83. Loving husband of Joyce for 59 ½ years. Beloved father of Cheryl (Dennis) Werblow, the late Laurie (Allan) Sapa, and Thomas (Jodi) Kolda. Proud grandpa of Tracie (Eric) Granata, Ryan and Brett Werblow; Leah and Kyle Sapa; and Abigail, Nathan and Emily Kolda. Brother-in-law of Robert (Kathleen) Rieter. Also loved by other family and friends. Emerson was a member of Wauwatosa Presbyterian Church. McKinley No. 307, F. & A.M. and Wauwatosa No. 267, F. & A.M. Wisconsin Scottish Rite Bodies. Golden Rule Chapter No. 194, O.E.S. and Wauwatosa Chapter No. 219, O.E.S. He also served as organist for many local churches for over 50 years. Memorial Gathering at WAUWATOSA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 2366 N. 80th St., on Saturday, March 2, at 1PM until time of Memorial Service at 2PM. Private entombment at Wisconsin Memorial Park. Memorials appreciated to the church.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Feb. 27, 2013.

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David Passinault

March 4, 2013

Dear Joyce and Family,

I'm truly sorry for your loss. I've been privilidged to have known Emerson as a friend from the days of working at the Masonic Home and all of the wonderful times we shared in going to ballgames, out to lunch or just having a casual conversation. His warmth and generosity will never be forgotten. I have lost a true friend in Emerson and wish him eternal happiness with the Lord. Sorry I wasn't able to speak with you at the church. It shouldn't have been a suprise to have seen the long line of friends at the church service.
In Christ's Peace,
Dave Passinault

Geraldine Kirsch

March 3, 2013

Dear Joyce and Family,
My heartfelt prayers are for all of you at this time.

February 28, 2013

Joyce our prayers are with you at this time of loss. We will always remember his wonderful music at Family weddings and Funerals. He was a great friend of our family and will be missed. Emmie is now at peace.
Jamie Manhardt, Brandemuehl

Steve and Kathy Belletire

February 28, 2013

Sending our love over the miles.
With Sympathy,
Kathy and Steve

February 27, 2013

Uncle Em,

We will miss your smiling face and I know you will be playing the organ in heaven.

Love, Barb & Greg Leach

Sherri & Chris Goodwin

February 27, 2013

I am sure there is some beautiful music being played in Heaven now. Emerson was well loved and greatly admired.

February 27, 2013

Emerson was a great guy. He brighten up the lodge with his music, smile and kind words.

He will be truly missed.

Todd and Connie Jaremko

Chris Santos and Chris Dippel

February 27, 2013

Dear Aunt Joyce, Cheri and Dennis, Al, and Tom and Jodi,

Uncle Em was a kind and loving soul - warmhearted and fun-loving. We will always remember him, his personality, and his musical talents with much love and affection. Our hearts are with you.

Love,

Chris and Chris

Arvis Kraetsch

February 27, 2013

Dear Joyce and family. Please accept my Sympathy in your lose of my dear friend EM.Peace and love Arvis

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