Emerson C. Giddings Obituary
Emerson C. Giddings, born on July 9, 1938, passed away on August 26, 2026. Emerson leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Emerson C. Giddings to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, George Giddings and Elizabeth Giddings (Miller); his wife Donna F. Giddings; his son-in-law Scott Higgins; his brother Robert G. Giddings; and his close friend Audrey Padula.
He is survived by: his children, Cheryl Higgins (Steve VanAuken) and Bruce C. Giddings (Linda A. Palmer); and his grandchildren, Kierstyn Higgins (Temidoyin Olusa), Michael Giddings (Susan), Matthew Giddings and Brian Giddings (Melissa Neitlich).
Visitation was held on Friday, September 4th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the J. Rockefeller Funeral Home, Inc. (165 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer, NY 12144). A funeral service was held on Friday, September 4th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
Contributions in Emerson's memory may be made to Clinton Heights Community Congregational Church, 221 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer NY, 12144 or Steve Caporizzo's Pet Connection, 341 Northern Boulevard, Albany, NY 12204.
