87, passed away on December 31, 2011. Born in Fannin Camp, Mississippi, to Forrest and Ella (Palmer) Joyner, Emily arrived on July 6, 1924. She was married to Hugh McKay on March 10, 1946. Emily was the owner of McKay’s Furniture. She was an active member of Lone Pilgrim Primitive Baptist Church. Emily was preceded in death by her husband Hugh McKay as well as many brothers and sisters. She is survived by her daughter Dee Dee Kraemer (Garry); sons, Robert McKay (Marce) and Scott McKay (Mallory); brother, Roger Joyner (Carol); eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren. A visitation will be held at Melcher Chapel of the Roses 43 S. Stapley Dr. Mesa, AZ 85204 (480) 964-4537 on Friday, January 6, 2012 at 5:00 pm. Graveside service will be held at Mesa Cemetery 1212 N. Center St. Mesa, AZ 85201 on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at 10:00 am. Please visit www.melcherchapelofroses.com to share memories with Emily’s family.
