Richard Emery Obituary
The memory of Richard Emery of Yankton, South Dakota, who passed away on January 4, 2026 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Emery to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Emmett Emery and Grace Emery (Rush); his stepmother Opal Cross Emery; his son-in-law Brad Matthews; his granddaughter Hope Matthews; and his siblings, Wayne Emery, Lois Sittig and Dorothy Bake.
He is survived by: his wife Mary Juanita Emery of Yankton; his children, Shirley Drury (Rusty) of Spanaway, WA, Wanda DeKay (Perry) of Niobrara, NE, Carol Matthews of Des Moines, IA and Bill Emery (Ramona) of Smithville, MO; and his brothers, Larry Emery (Jean) and Dale Emery. He is also survived by seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren.
