Bryan Emond, 78, of Webster Avenue in Plymouth, passed away Monday, June 24, 2019, with his loving wife of over 53 years by his side. Bryan was born in Plymouth, Indiana to Elmer and Jane Emond on May 5th, 1941. He attended Plymouth Schools, graduating in 1959 from Plymouth High School. Shortly thereafter, Bryan enlisted in the U.S. Navy. After his Honorable Discharge, Bryan began his career as a produce manager with G&G Grocery in Plymouth. He was a produce manager for the next five decades at grocery stores including: Dave’s Supermarket, Family Fare, Van Camps and Martin’s Super Market. He retired on May 26, 2012 from Martin’s Super Market in Nappanee.
While working, Bryan was introduced to Elese Stewart, with whom he fell in love. Bryan took Elese to be his bride on October 10, 1965 with Rev. Samuel Pritchard officiating at the EUB Church in Bourbon. From that union came two sons, Bradley and James. Bryan was a loving and guiding father that had a deep talent with wood crafting, hand making birdhouses, Christmas trees and assorted decorations. He was a lifetime member of Trinity United Methodist Church, and a member of Phi Delta Kappa in the Delta Nu Chapter in Plymouth and the American Legion Post #27.
He was the self-elected Neighborhood Welcoming Committee; always waving from his front porch or yard, often sharing beverages with his new friends at his bonfires and making chili to serve everyone on Halloween. Bryan spent his time volunteering as a fireman and E.M.T. He spent 49 years on the Plymouth Fire Department and was a member of the Indiana Volunteer Fireman’s Association. He was the Director of the Emergency Medical System and had served on the Plymouth City Council from 1995 until 1999. Those left to mourn his passing are his wife Elese; his son, Brad (Nancy-Paige) Emond of Murrells Inlet, SC and son, Jim (Tracy) Emond and their children Jackie, Jon, Jordan, and Jeremiah all of Charleston, SC; sister, Nancy (Pat) Hoeffer of Argos and brother, David Emond of Bremen; many other family members and friends as well as the community as whole, will miss Bryan. Preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Jane Emond; his sister, Kay Emond; and his mother-in-law, Lois Stewart.
Family will receive friends on Saturday, June 29, 2019, from 11:00-3 p.m. in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth. A Firefighter’s Memorial provided by the Indiana Volunteer Fireman’s Association will begin at 3 p.m. in the funeral home, with Funeral Services following with Rev. Charles Krieg officiating. Military Honors will be provided by members of the American Legion Post 27, Veterans of Foreign War- Marshall County Post 1162 and Disabled American Veteran Chapter 42 after the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Trinity United Methodist Church 425 S. Michigan St, Plymouth, IN 46563 or Heartland Hospice 230 W. Catalpa Drive, Suite D Mishawaka, IN 46545-8322.
james krause says
rip and smooth sailing sailor
Jason Murray says
Elese,
I am so sorry to hear of Bryan’s passing. I spent many enjoyable hours with Bryan at Phi Delts shooting the breeze and learning what it meant to be a Phi Delt.
Delta Nu says
Our love, thoughts, and prayers go out Bryan , Elise and the entire Emond family. A loyal and honorable 55 year member of the Phi Delta Kappa fraternity. He will be sorely missed. God bless you and your family Bryan. Till next time .
Your brothers.
Sonny Uhlig says
Elese & entire Emond family, please accept our humble condolences at this most difficult time. I worked with Brian at G&G in the summer of 1969. It was my first real job. I was always wondering if I was doing my job correct? Brian welcomed me, showed me the ropes and was always upbeat and kind to me. We unloaded many semis of produce back then. Its not suprising that he would be into welcoming new neighbors around him. What a good man he was. Gods speed Brian! R.I.P. Sonny
Larry Starr says
Rest in peace Brother Bryan! Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Patricia Leech says
Elese an all Emond Family, very sorry to hear of Bryans passing. He always had a kind word to say, an loved to visit an find out all about people. Rest in peace, Bryan.
Jerry says
Please accept my condolences. May the God of all comfort support your family at this time. 2 Corinthians 1:3,4
Nancy (Whitmarsh) Crager says
Elese, I am so sorry of the passing of Bryan.. I know Glenn is waiting to greet him God be with you and your family.
Holli D Shorter Pifer says
Boy do we have some neighborhood memories of Bryan, dad, the pool that summer, the boys entertaining Corbin. I could go on and on. He lived a full and happy life. I will never forget all the fun in the pool the summer I studied for the bar for law school. He will be missed but never forgotten.
God Speed Bryan!
Love, Steve, Holli, Corbin, Cameron, and Carson Pifer
Sharon Scott says
Dear Elese and family – Our sympathy to your entire family. We will always remember Bryan as the smiling guy at the end of Webster Avenue. It was so evident that he enjoyed life and loved people. He will be missed in the neighborhood.
John and Sharon Scott
Steve says
I will miss Bryan very much. He was a true friend and such a caring Father. He was such a dedicated Phi Delt, and loved everything it stood for. He would always ask how your were doing and your kids as well. He always said, “Proud to be a Phi Delt”, and I was so proud to be one with him.
Rosalie Campanale says
Elese and family, My sincere sympathy on the loss of Bryan. What a joy he was to be around. I remember him very well while working at the G&G. He always had a joke or something cheerful to say. The customers loved him as did the people he worked with and for. Will keep you and your family in my prayers. Rosalie Glaub Campanale
Rick Derf says
Bryan was a great friend to many many people through the years. What a great guy and what a special family he raised. The Derf family sends deep condolences to the family and friends. He will truly be missed because he gave so much to so many through the years and truly made a difference. Heaven is a richer place today and his years of faith are paying him great rewards. God bless you all with comfort and peace.
Rebecca Gardner says
We’re so very sorry to hear of Bryan’s passing. May God be with all of you during this time of sorrow.
Jim & Sally Scobey says
Sorry to hear that Bryan has passed away. We are sure he will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of loss.
Ken Shilt says
To the Emond family,
I’m very sorry to read of the passing of Bryan. Even though he was a member of my church, I was REALLY introduced to Bryan when I started working at G &G in 1976. With his glare, he helped to not only keep us in line, but also helped in our development as young adults. In getting to know him during that time, I began to realize that he also had a side to him behind that smile that cared about others and we should always do things for others, not for awards, but because it was the right thing to do. As you and your family go through this difficult time, I know that your faith and the wonderful memories that you share will give you strength. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers. Tears are the price we must pay for loving someone.
Susie Kreighbaum says
Dear Elese, Brad, Jim, and Families…
I am so sorry to learn of Bryan’s passing…what a fantastic boss and wonderful friend. I have always cherished those years at G&G as well as the fun memories of card games in your kitchen! Bryan will be missed by everyone who was lucky enough to call him a friend.
Please know that I feel awful to have missed his funeral. I should have been there. I will stop by to see you one day soon.
Love,
Susie (John too)
Suzanne m Gibson says
WE HERE AT VFW POST 1162 AUXILIARY
ARE SADDEN TO HEAR OF YOUR FAMILIES LOSS
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE ENTIRE FAMILY
AT THIS TIME OF SORROW
GOD BLESS
SUZANNE GIBSON
VFW AUXILIARY 1162
CHAPLAIN
606 LAKE AVE
PLYMOUTH INDIANA
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Toni Foote says
Elese,
I met Bryan many years ago while working at Plymouth Lumber Co. he was a faithful customer and we always enjoyed talking with Bryan. Bryan was one of the nicest men. He spoke so sweetly of you. May you find comfort in special memories.
Prayers,
Toni Foote
charlie byers says
To Dave and all of the Emond family very sorry to here of Bryan’s passing, I remember him from G&G, he was always upbeat and always great to talk to, your family is in my thoughts and prayers.