Kreger D. Emry
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Kreger D. Emry

  • February 3, 1918 - February 20, 2012
  • Rock Island, Illinois
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“Dearest Family, It is so sad to lose Kreger, He was a gentle, kind, and loveing man. He will be deaply missed.. My Deepest Sympathy, Collette ”
1 of 4 | Posted by: collette - geneseo, IL

“To the Emry family: I knew Mr. Emry (that's what we always called him) back in the 1970s. We had a tool and die shop, and we bought a lot of light...Read More » ”
2 of 4 | Posted by: Steve Edwards - Rock Island, IL

“We are saddened to hear of the passing of your father. He was a wonderful man, and we will miss him. Your parents were such dear friends of our...Read More » ”
3 of 4 | Posted by: Tim and Margo Miller - Moline, IL

“Jeff and Lori, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Keep your chins up and enjoy the memories of your father's...Read More » ”
4 of 4 | Posted by: Colby Edwards - saint Joseph, MO


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Kreger D. Emry, 94, of Rock Island, IL died Monday, February 20, 2012 at Genesis Medical Center, Davenport, IA.

There will be a visitation from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, February 24, 2012 at Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, Ltd., 6601 38th Avenue, Moline, IL. Burial will be at Rose-Lawn Memorial Gardens at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Rock Island Public Library or The American Cancer Society.

Kreger was born on February 3, 1918 in Keota, IA the son of Harlan and Marjorie (Kreger) Emry. He married Sara Weeks on January 13, 1946 in Davenport, IA. She preceded him in death on July 5, 1985. He worked as a salesman for 34 years for Westron Corporation retiring in 1997. Kreger was a member of the First Congregational Church of Moline and the Friends of the Rock Island Public Library. He liked Jazz and Big Band music and enjoyed reading. Kreger enjoyed driving, classic cars, and spending time with family and friends. He particularly delighted in time spent with his grandchildren.

Survivors include
Daughter Wendy (Mikel) Van Dyke Davenport, IA
Son Jeffrey (Lori) Emry Troutville, VA
Grandsons Benjamin Van Dyke
Jonathan Van Dyke
Jared Emry
Granddaughter Caitlin Emry
Great Grandson Viktor Emry