Shirley I Emken Obituary
The passing of Shirley I Emken of Monmouth, Illinois occurred on August 20, 2026. Shirley, born on August 12, 1935, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Lawrence Archdale and Veona Archdale (Willard); her husband Richard J. Emken; and her son-in-law Ron Thomas. She is survived by: her daughters, Pamela Inness (Richard) of Galesburg, IL, Michele Johnson (Steve) of Acworth, GA and Elaine Thomas of Galesburg, IL; her grandchildren, Amy Wright (Brett), Nick German (Britney), Haley Brauninger (Jeff), Seth Johnson (Kristen), Andy Mathews (Emily), Lacey Colwell (Ry) and Dusty Thomas (Cindy); and her sisters, Vicki Watkins (John) of Galesburg, IL, Judy Hulkill, Kathy Clark (Larry) of Gilson, IL and Luanne Pruett (William) of Gilson, IL.. She is also survived by 16 great-grandchildren.
Memorials may be made out to Maple Hill Senior Living. On-line condolences or expressions of sympathy may be made through http://www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhomes.com.
