Emerson H. Kolda

Died peacefully on February 25, 2013, at age 83. Loving husband of Joyce for 59 ½ years. Beloved father of Cheryl (Dennis) Werblow, the late Laurie (Allan) Sapa, and Thomas (Jodi) Kolda. Proud grandpa of Tracie (Eric) Granata, Ryan and Brett Werblow; Leah and Kyle Sapa; and Abigail, Nathan and Emily Kolda. Brother-in-law of Robert (Kathleen) Rieter. Also loved by other family and friends.

Emerson was a member of Wauwatosa Presbyterian Church. McKinley No. 307, F. & A.M. and Wauwatosa No. 267, F. & A.M. Wisconsin Scottish Rite Bodies. Golden Rule Chapter No. 194, O.E.S. and Wauwatosa Chapter No. 219, O.E.S. He also served as organist for many local churches for over 50 years.

Memorial Gathering at WAUWATOSA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 2366 North 80th Street, on Saturday, March 2, at 1:00 PM until time of Funeral Service at 2:00 PM. Private entombment at Wisconsin Memorial Park. Memorials appreciated to the church.