This memorial website was created to remember our dearest Stephen Davis Emrick who was born in Peoria, Illinois on April 9, 1926 and passed away on May 7, 2008. He will live forever in our memories and hearts.
Stephen Davis Emrick, 82, of Peoria, passed away at 9:42 a.m. on Wednesday, May 7, 2008, at Methodist Medical Center in Peoria.
Stephen was born on April 9, 1926 in Peoria, a son of Francis Albert and Sarah (Davis) Emrick. He married Beth Ann Kreie in June of 1951. In 1970, he married June C. Weber in Lacon. She preceded him in death on January 2, 1999 in Chillicothe. His parents and one brother, Howard, also preceded him in death.
Stephen is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth Ann (Hermann) Brandstatter of Peoria; brother, Frank (Donna) Emrick of Appleton, WI; sisters, Phyllis Nash of Indianapolis, IN, Doris (Art) Hayes of Manito and Mary of Peoria; and special friend, Lilas Marie Riddle of Peoria.
Stephen was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in the Fifth Army Infantry from January 7, 1949 to February 17, 1950. Upon his honorable discharge, he returned to Peoria and later retired as a bookkeeper with OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
Stephen enjoyed reading, collecting coins and celebrating the holidays with his family. He loved being outdoors, especially hunting, fishing and taking scenic drives. He was a fan of the Chicago Bears and country music, with Dolly Parton being his favorite performer. His favorite song was “Sioux City Sue”.
At the age of forty-two, Stephen entered college to continue his education. He earned his associates degree in accounting from Midstate College in Peoria.
Stephen always taught his daughter, Elizabeth, to never judge others, because you never know when you might be in their position. He will always be remembered as a down to earth person, a perfectionist and an honest man.
Stephen was a member of Salem Lutheran Church in Peoria, where funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 10, 2008, with Pastor Stephen D. Barnes officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the church. The U.S. Army will provide military honors.
Following the services, cremation rites will be accorded and a private interment of the cremated remains will be at Swan Lake Memory Gardens in Peoria.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or to the Paralyzed Veterans of America.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Clary Funeral Home in Peoria.
| Doris Hays |
Gone but not forgotten |
May 10, 2008 |
So sorry we could not spend more time together-but the time spent is precious to me. You were a good and wonderful brother and I will never forget you or the things we did together over the years. Rest now you are with mom and dad , Howard and all of our relatives that have passed over, someday when God is ready I will join you. lovingly Doris
