Ethan Empey Obituary
Ethan Robert Empey, aged 12 of Frisco, Texas passed away on Oct. 15, 2012 in Frisco. He was born June 4, 2000 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Kendall J. and Teri (Young) Empey.
Ethan was in the sixth grade at Griffin Middle School in Frisco, Texas. He excelled in academics and sports and played football in the Frisco Football League (FFL) on the Patriots team. He trained in taekwondo from NTA Taekwondo Frisco and played the saxophone in his school's band. He also participated in the Boy Scouts and achieved a 1st Class ranking. Last year, he participated in Pink Elementary School's honor choir that performed in San Antonio for the Texas Music Educators Association event.
He is survived by his parents, Kendall and Teri Empey of Frisco; sisters, Erin, Lorin, Morgan and Reagan Empey all of Frisco; brother, Brendan Empey of Frisco; grandparents, Robert and Gladys Young of Frisco and Preston and Glenna Empey of Tooele, Utah; nieces, Eve and Hannah Empey; several aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
The family received friends at a visitation on Friday, October 19, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 11000 Eldorado Parkway, Frisco, TX 75035. Funeral Services was held following the visitation at 11:00 AM. Interment followed at Ridgeview Memorial Park in McKinney, Texas. The funeral services are under the direction of Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home. To convey condolences or to sign an online registry, please visit www.tjmfuneral.com
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Hannah empey
August 20, 2024
I miss you I ges I never got to met you but I wish that i dot have any word you sound so amazing I love you rest in peace
Hannah
August 20, 2024
I love uncle Ethan love Hannah empey
Denise Clegg
October 21, 2019
My heart still aches for your loss! So sorry, he sounds so amazing n So loved! Xoxoxo
Robin Dellaguardia
November 12, 2012
Kendall and family. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. May your faith guide you during this difficult time.
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Tim Koos
November 10, 2012
Kendall, Linda and I recently heard about the death of your son. Words seem so worthless but we send our profound condolences and wish you and your wife the best in this sad time. You are in our thoughts.
Sincerely, Tim and Linda Koos
October 25, 2012
Dear Teri and Kendall,
How very sorry we were to hear of the passing of your son. What a handsome and talented young man! Mark commented that he reminded him of Diane. We know words are inadequate, but know we are thinking of and praying for you. At the Salt Lake Temple, last night, we added your names to the prayer roll. We still can remember that little baby Ethan on your lap when we met for lunch years ago. You are a wonderful mother, Teri , and you a loving father Kendall. Love, Mary Jane and Mark Taylor
October 25, 2012
My deepest thoughts and prayers goes out to your family. May God Bless.
Julie Dunn
October 24, 2012
My heart hurts for you all.
October 24, 2012
To the Empey Family:
Our family is so very sorry for the loss of your precious and beautiful son Ethan. We live in your neighborhood and our oldest son is in FFL and was classmates with Reagan in 3rd grade. We are praying for you all and hoping you find peace in remembering the happy memories you will always have of your precious son and brother. May God Bless and hold you together as a family and may you remember all the wonderful memories your son gave you on this earth. He is in heaven with the angels watching over you now.
In Love and Prayer,
The Sedlock Family
Elisha Janielle Eroa
October 23, 2012
To Empey Family,
Ethan was my classmate and lockermate at Griffin Middle School - 6th Grade,we're not close but I'm heartbroken as well as my Parents on his loss.Our deep condolences...
John Steinbeck
October 22, 2012
Ethan, your humor, energy, and work ethic (great job mowing my lawn in 105F heat!) are something I'll never forget. We'll all keep you in our hearts. The pain you suffered is now released, and you're in a place full of love. You were a blessing while you were here, and you'll never be forgotten...
Greg, Katie, Tyler, Caroline Vaughn
October 22, 2012
Praying for comfort for your family. Praising the Lord for his promises of eternal life. God Bless You.
Kathy
October 22, 2012
So sorry for the loss of your precious son, Ethan. I hope the pain will lesson as you remember the joy he brought to your lives.
Gloria and Michael Engle
October 20, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. I remember meeting Ethan at a Lockton Ranger game. He was such a neat kid. My heart goes out to you. Prayers abound.
Greg Dalton
October 20, 2012
To Kendall and family. I am very sorry to hear of your loss. May god comfort you and the entire family. God bless.
Dominic Miller
October 19, 2012
I am devastated to hear this tragedy. I really enjoyed being around him in honor choir. I am praying for Ethan and the Empey family now, and will for the long time coming. Keep the Empeys in your prayers.
Becki W
October 19, 2012
Our family is thinking of you at this difficult time. We didn't know Ethan, but I'm sure we've passed each other at many FFL games. May you feel the strength of our community holding you in our hearts.
October 19, 2012
my dear friend teri and family, i am sooooo very sorry about the loss of your sweet and beautiful son, i can only imagine the pain you must be feeling. prayers and hugs from our family to yours.
Ashley Skipper
October 19, 2012
I'm so sorry for your loss and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
The Rohman Family
October 19, 2012
I did not know your son, but my sons attend Griffin and Wakeland. We are so heart broken by your loss. Know that you are in the hearts and prayers of your neighbors and community.
Denise Pollard
October 19, 2012
To the Empey family, my family did not personally know your son but our cousin played football with him. I am so sorry for your loss, my family and will be praying for your family. Just remember Ethan is in good hands looking down. The Pollard family Fort worth Tx
The Peck Family
October 19, 2012
My son was in Reagan's class the past two years (3rd and 4th grades). Both of my sons talked about the infectious smile of Ethan when they would see him in the halls... My deepest sympathy and prayers go to your family.
Carolyn Sharette
October 19, 2012
Teri, Kendall and family,
We send our love and prayers and pray you are feeling encircled about in the arms of the Savior. Wish we were closer to hug you in person. Love from the Sharettes
The Duhaime Family
October 19, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
October 19, 2012
Dear Kendall and family,
So sorry to hear about Ethan. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. If Ethan was anything like you, he had to be very special in your eyes and in Heavenly Fathers. We will always remember you and your family growing up with our children on Crestview. Your whole family is very special to us. May the Lord bless all of you, and keep happy thoughts of Ethan in your heart.
Love Mel and Janice Evensen
Peggy, Patti, Roger, and
Dennis
The Johnson Family
October 19, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family as you go through this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy
Michele (Taft) Mansfield
October 19, 2012
Dear Kendall and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time.
The Johnson Family
October 19, 2012
Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers - Our deepest sympathy.
Elton Carter
October 19, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Ethan is with GOD, and I am sure Ethan is making him laugh......
October 19, 2012
Dearest family, our hearts are with you at this time. We share your grief and sent our love and prayers.
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,looking back in memory brings comfort for you tomorrow.
Linda Empey & Family
Melissa Jones
October 19, 2012
I was searching the web for information and came across an article about ethan. I am so sorry for your loss. Just from reading the article, you can see how loved ethan was and from looking at his.picture here...he has a smile that is contagious and can light a room. I'm sure he is making heaven a little brighter today.... :-) . Again, I'm sorry for your loss. This touched me from states away...
October 19, 2012
To the Empey family and friends - my family and I did not know Ethan. As part of your extended Frisco family our thoughts and prayers are with you all. - The Sullivan Family (Frisco, TX)
Nancy Boyna
October 19, 2012
We have you in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. May he rest in peace and may you all find peace that he is with our Lord.
Kim
October 19, 2012
To the Empey family, I didn't know your son but my boys attend Griffin and they have nothing but wonderful things to say about him. He was always smiling and such a kind person. Our hearts are breaking and we are praying for your family. God bless Ethan and comfort him in heaven.
Robert Griffith
October 19, 2012
To Kendall and the entire Empey Family. I am sorry to hear of your loss. God Bless you all.
Thies Family
October 19, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Ross Family FFL-Warriors (10yr olds)
October 18, 2012
We are so very sorry for your loss and we will be praying for your family.
George
October 18, 2012
I did not know your son.
But feel so bad about this. May the Heavenly Father bless you.
October 18, 2012
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Empey,
Though my husband and I did not know Ethan, our son did. Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved son. We have prayed and will continue to pray that you may find solace.
We live in the same neighborhood. Should you ever need anything, anything at all, please let us know.
Sincerely,
Leslie and Chris Martinez
Magan Jordan
October 18, 2012
Ethan was the funniest person I knew. He was a wonderful friend.
October 18, 2012
We are so saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob and Celia Woodcock
October 18, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are withnyou.
The Hanson Famil, Frisco, Tx
Richard Garbus
October 18, 2012
I am so sorry for this tragic loss! Ethan was a joy to teach and such a good boy! Peace be with you all during this difficult time!
Liz
October 18, 2012
To the Empey family, I didn't know your son, but reading about him just touched my heart. I'm very sorry for your loss. He seems like such a nice boy. My prayers are with you.
Erin Savoie
October 18, 2012
We can cry becouse their gone or smile for the life they one had ?
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