Livonia, NY: At age 87, Dick passed peacefully on August 31, 2021. He was born on August 10, 1934 in Rochester, NY to parents James and Ruth (Wamser) Emery. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his siblings; Carolyn Allen, Kathryn Ramsey, and Robert Emery. Survived by his wife of 64 years Roma (Colburn) Emery and daughters; Suzanne Emery, Michele (John) Coakley, and Pamela Noveck; grandchildren, Amanda (Timothy) Ulm, Ashley Coakley, Andrea (Michael) Golder, Tess Noveck, Alexis Noveck, and Eric Noveck; great-grandchildren, Rowan, Alexandra, and Liana Ulm; siblings Ruth Sidorowicz and James (Sandi) Emery; many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Dick was a loving and beloved member of his family, his church, and his community. After a stint in the Army where he began his teaching career at West Point, he taught in Penfield and then became a BOCES administrator. Upon retirement, he and Roma spent many fun-filled years travelling the world and enjoying friends. His later years were spent eagerly anticipating visits and conversations with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was a lifetime member of the Livonia Fire Department and Livonia Rotary Club. You could always count on his avid support of the Livonia Bulldogs, St. Louis Cardinals and Cleveland Browns. Dick was honest, kind and true and filled his heart with love throughout his life. He was loved by all who knew him and his memories will bring grateful, loving tears to all who hold him dear.
Family and friends may call on Wednesday, September 8th, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY. A Funeral Service will be held at 11am on Thursday, September 9th, at the United Methodist Church of Livonia, 21 Summers Street, Livonia, NY 14487. Burial, with military honors, will follow at Union Cemetery, Livonia. Memorial contributions may be made to the United Methodist Church at the address above, the Livonia Fire Department, PO Box 151, Livonia, NY 14487, or to the Livonia Ambulance, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
So sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. I have some fun memories with Dick while serving on Livonia Ambulance – always smiling & positive – usually making me laugh! Livonia has lost a caring member of this community. In peace my friend. Roma lean on those close to you and the wonderful memories you have with Dick at this difficult time. My sympathy to the entire family.
Roma and family, I am so sorry to learn of Dick’s passing. I remember fondly your teaching days in Penfield. Prayers for all the family.
Dear Roma,
I want so much to reach out to you and share your grief. I don’t have current contact info, so I’m hoping you will call me when you feel up to it…or write with a number or address. In the meantime, know that I’m sending you heart hugs and remembering a very special time when you and Dick were every bit my family too.
Love and blessings,
MaryLou (Louche)
Thank you Michelle, Pam, and Suzanne for sharing your dad (and mom) with the entire town of Livonia each and every day of your lives! We are all better for it! Thinking of you and Roma and all the laughs we’ve had with your family over the years.
“Aunt” Roma and Cousins Suzanne, Michele, and Pam, I was surprised and saddened to learn of your loss. I have very fond memories of the Wamser family reunions hosted by “Uncle” Dick and you, “Aunt” Roma, with such grace and warmth and am glad that we all have positive memories like these to give us comfort at times like this. I will be thinking of you all.
I’m so sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. I have so many great memories of our time golfing and on Livonia Fire and Ambulance squads. And Dick was the one who brought me into Rotary. Roma, I am so sorry and I hope that you are well.
I have childhood memories of Dick and Doc Kiehle coming to our house after Rotary to get their first batch of the flu vaccine. In later years I got to know him as a fellow Rotarian. Dick was a dedicated and involved Rotarian and he was ” all in ” whether it be a fundraiser or one of the summer programs. He took pride in his number of years of perfect attendance and he used that to motivate new members. We had a lot of laughs and good times with Doc Kiehle, Judge Hennesey and Kevin D. I will always remember them and I’m glad that I was able to be part of it.
Dear Roma may GOD give you and your family strength during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
My dearest Roma so sorry to hear about the passing of Dick he was a great fman. And friend
Very sorry for your loss. Dick was a really great guy, one of the all-time best men, a great example. I have many memories of Dick, as a fan of Livonia athletics, as one of my baseball coaches along with Ike Orman and as a friend of my parents. I can’t picture Dick without a smile on his face , always positive. His life made a difference and he will be missed. Livonia was blessed by Dick Emery.
What a gentleman Dick was. My sincere condolences to the Emery family.
So very sad to learn of Dick’s death. He and Roma were good friends to the Walt Murphy family. Remembering him puts a smile on my face. My sympathies to you all.
So sorry for your loss if I remember you had a bull dog when I was a kid. I really don’t know you guys but remember you when I was about 10. Sending love to Aunt Roma, B Emery
Roma, Suzanne, Michelle, Pam & family
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Dick was a great man!
With deepest sympathy,
Amy (Wingate) Freese
Love and prayers Roma and family. Dick was a friend and mentor to both of us. He will be missed.
Thoughts and prayers to you, Roma, and your family. Thought of you as we passed your house last week on “one last trip home”. Dick was always a ready participant and you his support. Blessings.
Ginna Wilson Wise
My condolences to the Emery family and friends at this difficult time on the passing of Dick.
Roma and Suzanne, Michele & Pamela,
So sorry to hear of your loved one, Dick’s passing. He was a true gentleman, in the way he dressed and presented himself. A man to be admired. He will be missed by many.
My sincere condolences to the Emery’s. Dick was a great asset to the community. A true gentleman.
Dear Roma and family,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time . We always saw Dick as a pillar in the Livonia community in so many ways!! What a legacy he leaves you all and those of us in Livonia .
Dave and Mary Jo Dussault
Lots of wonderful memories of West Avenue, the church, the Hemlock Fair parking brigade. (I hope he never did find out who put the car in the ditch on West Avenue!)
Heartfelt condolences to Roma, Michelle, Pamela and all who knew and loved him.
So very sorry to read of Dick’s passing. He was a good neighbor, friend, family man, and community supporter. If Roma was game for an adventure, Dick was by her side.
He was a great man condolences to the family
It is with sad surprise that I find myself sending condolences to your family, Roma, as I
did not know Dick was ailing/aging to this point. You BOTH hold a warm spot in my heart from my growing up years in Lakeville and Livonia along with the Allen family. Livonia just won’t be the same without the “two” of you. May you find peace knowing Dick is well with His Lord and among your cherished family.
My sincere best wishes for finding your balance and going on,
Lonnie Ziegler Westfall
Loving thoughts and prayers to you all
Deepest Sympathy
Roma, I am so sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. I have many years of fond memories of you two. Condolences to your girls and the rest of the family also to Jim. Love, thoughts and prayers for all of you.
Rest easy Dick and Godspeed, my friend.
Dear Roma and Family,
Dick and you have blessed so many people in our community that I can’t picture it without Dick. We had such great fun traveling together. I hope the Emery family finds comfort in warm memories of good times, and that the love and support of friends will carry you through this difficult time.
My sincere sympathy.
Lou
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Emery family at this difficult time.
So sorry to hear. He was a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dick was a great guy. We saw him many times with Livonia Ambulance and he’ll be missed. So sorry to hear Roma and family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Dick’ s family. He was always so cheerful and down to earth. We will miss him.
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Emery family during this difficult time. So very sorry for your loss.
My sincere condolences to the Emery Family. Everyone Loved Dick. and May God Bless You Dick!
Sympathy to all!!!!!
My deepest condolences on Dick’s passing. He was a true gentleman! I salute you for your service to this nation. Semper Fidelis! Rest easy Brother… We have the watch now. God bless all of you through these difficult times!
Very sad to hear of Dick’s passing. He was a wonderful contributor to the Livonia community in many ways. Always passionate in his views and willing to help out. My thoughts are with his family and friends.
I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Having spent many days at your house I have many fond memories. Know you are all in my thoughts and prayers
Prayers fo all of you. Mary Hensler Tessier.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Roma
From Kay Wood Johantgen
Mrs. Emery, Suzanne, Michelle and Pam-
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved husband and father. He was a great person and I remember him fondly. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I am so sorry for your loss!! You two were the pillar of what marriage is all about!! Memories come flooding back of my years growing up with my pictures of you both never separate. Gold Bless him!!! Until we meet again!!!
I am so very sorry to read of Dick’s passing.
Mrs Emery, Suzanne, Michele and John, and Pamela:
I was very sad to read about Mr Emery’s passing. I always enjoyed delivering papers to your home, and Mr. Emery was always very kind to me. Sending prayers and thoughts to you all at this time.
John McNamars
We are so sorry for your loss. You told me once he never made you cry. That really makes him a very special person. We have some great memories of the two of you. Don’t be surprised if you’re invited for dinner, and of course girl’s lunch. LOVE YOU ROMA