Obituary of Audry Mae Emmons

Audry Mae Emmons, 88-years-old, departed this world for Heaven on Monday, November 16, 2015, at Life Care Center, Sullivan, MO, after her valiant battle with Alzheimer’s. Her strong will to live, unwavering faith in God, and the love and prayers of family and friends carried her through until God called her home. Audry was born on March 17, 1927 in Doniphan, Missouri to John Rainbolt and Emzella Dellar Shepard- Rainbolt. One of 8 children, all of whom will welcome her with open arms as she joins them in the kingdom of Heaven. Known for her decisive manner and kind heart, she touched the lives of many, who even now are being changed by her witness of constant nurturing love and faith. Her signature gift of caring for others will never be forgotten. After graduating from Madison High School in Madison, Illinois, she returned home to Doniphan where she met her Sweetheart, Obery Wayne Emmons on a double blind date. Apparently it was love at first sight and the couple was married four months later on September 21, 1946 in Pocahontas, AR. Married for 69 years, Wayne & Audry raised their 4 children, Sharon, Kenneth, Teddy and Richard over the years in East St. Louis, Illinois, and finally in Festus, Missouri. Possessing a true servant’s heart, Audry faithfully cared for family and friends throughout her lifetime. As a woman of faith and the heart of the Emmons family, Audry shaped their spirituality by her tireless Christian example, and also through various church activities where she taught children’s Sunday school class, joined prayer groups and participated in a variety of church functions. Mrs. Emmons loved to do crossword puzzles in her spare time but her greatest joy was to care for and shape the future of children and she made a career out of this gift of caring. Audry joins many loved ones in Heaven but without a doubt the first angel to welcome her home will be her youngest son, Richard, who preceded her in the ever after. Her surviving family members are numerous, but mainly include: Husband of 69 years: Obery Wayne Emmons Mother of 3 Surviving Children: Sharon Anderson, Kenneth Emmons and Teddy Emmons Grandmother to 12: Danna, Tawnia, Lynnette and Nathan Anderson; Wade, Clinton, Jesse, and Kayla Emmons; Richard and Cole Emmons; and Krissy and Heidi Emmons Great Grandmother to 16: Whitney, Melinda,Lukas, Emily,Brice,Ryan, Remington, Gracie, Kent, Sadie, Reese, Rayann, Lily, Anna, Wyatt and Kayden Service information for friends and family of Audry Emmons: Thursday November 19, 2015 Edwards Funeral Home Inc., 606 Walnut Street, Doniphan, MO 63935 Visitation for immediate family from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Visitation for friends from 11:00 a.m. – 1 p.m. The funeral service will be begin at 1p.m. Pallbearers include: Kenneth Emmons, Richard Emmons, Cole Emmons, Nathan Anderson, Mark Sullivan and Anthony Hennrich A graveside service for family and close friends will be held at Bellview Cemetery immediately following the Funeral service. For more information, please call: Edwards Funeral Home Inc. at (573) 996-2121 Memorial donations can be made to: • Alzheimer's Association at alz.org • Hospice Care at hospicenet.org • Yet, beyond financial donations, Audry always lived by the Golden Rule: Do unto others the way you would have them do unto you. I.e. Do a loving act of kindness, make someone laugh, send a card, give a hug, or say “I love you” to your special friend in her memory. Audry Emmons will be fondly remembered: Our Angel that lived, laughed, and loved. Her legacy will now be carried in each of us – the lives she formed and touched with her love.