Penny L Emery's Obituary
Penelope “Penny” Emery, 76, of L’Anse passed away Monday, March 7, 2016, unexpectedly at home. Penny was born July 11, 1939 in Milwaukee, daughter of Harold and Roma Williamson. Penny was a member of the Zeba Methodist Church, Aura Auxiliary and former election board worker. Tippy and Penny owned the Bella Vista Bar from 1980 until 1990. She then helped with bartending and was a clerk at Fraki’s Market. Penny was willing to help out anyone. She had a smile and comforting word for everyone.
Penny is survived by Shelly; son, Bob; sister, Pam Johnson, numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and dear close friends. She was preceded in death by her former husband Gerald Emery; brother, John Williamson; sister, Roma DeGeorge and sister-in-law Mary Ann Lenz.
A celebration of Penny’s life will be held on Saturday, March 26, 2016 at 2 p.m. at the Zeba Community Hall, followed by “Penny’s Party” at the Bella Vista.
I’M FREE
Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free I’m following the path God has chosen for me. I took His hand and I heard Him call; I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, to laugh, to love, to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way; I’ve now found peace at the end of day. If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joys. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss; oh yes, these things, I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow, look for the sunshine of tomorrow. My life’s been full, I savored much; good friends, good times, a loved ones touch. Perhaps my time seems all to brief; don’t lengthen your pain with undue grief. Lift up your heart and peace to thee, God wanted me now-He set me free.
Author: Shannon Lee Moseley
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