Emma Pedri

March 4, 2013

Emma Pedri, 83, of Amigo went home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 4, 2013. She was living at the Wyoming County Nursing Home, New Richmond where she had been a resident for five years. Her loving brother, Adolph Pedri was with her at the time of her passing and visited her daily. Emma was born on April 13, 1929 in Wyco, WV. In addition to her parents, Emma was met at Heaven's gate by her sister, Rena, brother-in-law, Cleo Wilcox, and sister-in-law, Peggy Pedri. Heaven's gain is our loss. She will be greatly missed. Ms. Pedri is survived by her brother, Adolph Pedri of Corinne; Gina Martine and her husband, Al of Daniels; Mike and Donna Pedri of Cool Ridge; and Mark and Tammy Pedri of Barkers Ridge. She is also survived by several great nieces and nephews. Emma was a store clerk for Amigo's Smokeless Coal Company and was a lifelong member of the St. John Catholic Church. She actively took part in doing God's work. She was a wonderful and sweet woman. She spent her life taking care of others. At the nursing home she was always helping others. Emma always smiled and encouraged everyone she met. Her time was spent playing bingo, doing art work, and attending as many social events as she could. Also, she was loved by everyone she met. A celebration of Emma's life will be at 12 Noon, Friday, March 8, 2013 at the Tankersley Funeral Home Chapel with Father Jack Reich officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, Beckley. Friends may call one hour prior to services Friday at the funeral home. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. The family of Emma Pedri is being cared for by the Tankersley Funeral Home, Mullens.