We are sad to announce that on March 3, 2024 we had to say goodbye to Robert J. Emde of Canton, Massachusetts, born in Dorchester, Massachusetts. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Robert J. Emde to show support.

He was predeceased by : his parents, John Emde and Helen (Welch); his brothers, John, George and Gerald Emde; and his daughter Linda A. Emde.

He is survived by : his wife Ida P. (Kilduff); his siblings, Helen Foley of Mattapan and Edward Emde of Wilmington; his children, Maureen Harlan (Ted), Joseph Emde (Laurel Gerdine) of Concord, Christine Emde of Norwood and Eric Emde (Kerry) of Canton; and his grandchildren, Brendan, Elizabeth Harlan, Cameron, Sophie, Chelsea, Colton Emde-Gerdine, Laura and Michael Emde.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Alzheimer's Association, a leading organization in Alzheimer's and Dementia research and support. You may donate by going to this tribute page to Bob. (https://bit.ly) (preferred) or by calling 800.272.3900 or by mailing donations to Alzheimer's Association, Attn: Donor Services, 225 N Michigan Ave 17th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home