Emil Ternes (83), long-time resident of Milton, WA, passed away peacefully Sunday, Sept 23, 2012, at Garden Terrace in Federal Way. Angie, his beloved wife of nearly 59 years, was by his side. Emil was born February 17, 1929 in Raleigh, ND.
Emil loved playing the accordion for his friends and family. He often played at weddings and held a monthly dance at the Midland Hall. Blessed to have shared his life are his wife Angie, six sons: Milo (Noreta), Garcia, Kevin, Willis, Bruce (Trina), Patrick, two daughters: Zonita, Cheryl (Willie), seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by one brother, Seferious “Ex” (Marie), McIntosh SD; four sisters: Anne, Watauga, SD; Mary, Blaine, MN; Alvina (Al), Spearfish, SD; and Darlene (Jim) Fargo, ND. Emil is preceded in death by his parents, Anton and Marcellina, sisters Regina, Philomena, Apolonia, Teresa, Margie, Renata, Bernadette and brother Joseph. Services will be held at 11:00am Monday October 1 at St. Martin of Tours Parish (2303 54th Ave E. Fife, WA. 98424). A luncheon reception will follow in the parish hall. Interment will be held at Gethsemane Cemetery in Federal Way at 1:00pm.
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