Robert Arthur Emery

Robert Arthur Emery, 89, proud Korean War Navy veteran and resident of the Veteran’s Home in Manteno, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at Amita St. Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee. He was born on August 11, 1932 the son of Julius and Ann (Kappel) Emery. He married Irene (Hanus) and worked as a production manager at Permacor Inc. for many years until his retirement. Robert was kind-hearted and quick-witted. He enjoyed spending time with family and neighbors at gatherings and taking his family on vacation road trips around the country. In his later years Robert enjoyed watching bowling and golf and was a lifelong Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears fan. He is survived by a son, Darren (Jeannine) Emery; three daughters: Denise DeSantis, Debbie Emery, and Dawn Emery; three grandchildren: Alyssa, Steve and Amy; and two great grandchildren: Kira and Alexander. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Irene Emery; brothers Norman, Julius, William, Walter, Ervin and sister Lorraine; and parents Julius and Ann. A celebration of Robert’s life will take place at a later date at All Saints Lutheran Church in Orland Park. Cremation rites have been accorded. Robert was a two-time cancer survivor. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Robert’s memory to the American Cancer Society at: https://donate3.cancer.org.