Emily is survived by her loving daughter Linda (Ray) Willett, Grandchildren Michael (Missy) Donaldson Jr., Heather (John) Hendrickson, and Holly (Wes) Joseph and her great grandchildren Chase, Paige, Ian, Faith, Peyton, and Logan. She was preceded in death by her husband Elling Rakstang, her parents Ole and Olga Carlson, her brothers Emil, Hilbert and Alvin, her sisters Sara, Carol and infant sisters Margaret, Mary Lou, and Elaine.
Emily loved to work in retail because she loved to help people. She was definitely a people person and was loved by all who met her. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and she would brighten up a room when she walked into it and always had a smile on her face. She always lent a helping hand in the nursing home where she resided the last few years where she would love to help with activities and enjoy pleasant conversation with other residents and staff. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
A private family service will be held on Friday, August 13 at Chapel Hill Gardens West Funeral Home.
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