Born May 22, 1925; passed away June 16, 2003. He was a Veteran, US Navy WWII. He is survived by 4 children, Ernie Emmert, Janie Barnett, Kathy Cervantes, Mark Emmert and 5 grandchildren, Dean Barnett, Lavender and Kattrina Cervantes, Sarah and Paula Parker; brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, many friends, and his very special companion, Peggy Posey. At his request, no services. In lieu of flowers, contributions suggested to American Diabetes Association for research.