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Kathryn Emmitt Obituary

Kathryn Elizabeth Emmitt, 89, a former resident of Tallmadge, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on August 18, 2009 while surrounded by her loving family.

Left to cherish her memory is her beloved husband of 68 years, Richard D. Emmitt of Virginia Beach, Virginia; sons, William R. Emmitt and wife Ann of Tallmadge and David P. Emmitt and wife Gail of Stow; daughter, Mary Elizabeth North and husband Walter of Virginia Beach, Virginia. She was blessed with six grandchildren, Michael Emmitt, Kristin Lally, Timothy Emmitt, Rebecca Emmitt, Amanda Ball, and Sarah North; and eight great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. in Bayside Christian Church in Virginia Beach, with a visitation Friday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. A memorial service will be held in Tallmadge at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association of your choice.

You may offer your love and condolences to the family at www.mem.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Aug. 20, 2009.

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Coleen Diaz

August 20, 2009

Dear Mike, I remember you from Bob Evan's and I am so sorry to read of your grandma's passing. My heart goes out to you and your entire family. Love, Coleen

Ray & Tammy Gornik

August 20, 2009

Dave, Gale and family,
Please know we are thinking about you and praying for you. Our Lord is taking real good care of her in heaven. She's all better, never been better. You will see her again, that's His promise, and He'll keep it.
Love,
Ray & Tammy

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