Billie Jean Emas

A kind, classic and engaging lady, Billie had a tremendous impact on the many people who were fortunate enough to know her. She had an inner joy that emanated from the giving of herself that impacted many lives. Those left behind find peace and joy in knowing that Billie has joined the love of her life, Leon, in the presence of our Lord in Heaven.

Billie greatly enjoyed being with her family, traveling, gardening, entertaining and preparing wonderful meals. Billie loved a variety of great music and was an accomplished singer.

Billie was a longtime member and leader in charitable organizations such as the Kansas City Symphony League, and the Kansas City Art Institute Fireside Auxiliary. Billie also volunteered much of her time to organizations such as Children's Mercy Hospital.

Billie is preceded in death by her husband, Leon; her parents; her brother, Robert Meredith; and her daughter-in-law, Sharon Emas. She is survived by a daughter, Meredith Apostolou; two sons, Greg (Linda) Emas and Jim (Judy King) Emas; seven grandchildren: Alexander Apostolou, Daniel (Sarah) Emas, Megan (Branton) Lynn, Kelsey Emas, Christopher (Laura) Emas, Jennifer Padilla, Melanie (Walt) Summers; and seven great-grandchildren Colton Lynn, Carolyn Emas, Lauren Emas, Kalel Padilla, Merek Padilla, Matthew Summers, and Joey Summers.

A private family funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 3rd at Mount Moriah, Newcomer and Freeman Funeral Home & Cemetery.