Elridge Lee Emery age 79, of Roanoke Rapids, NC died Monday, December 29, 2014 at Halifax Regional Medical Center in Roanoke Rapids.
Elridge was born October 4, 1935 in Roanoke Rapids, NC, the son of the late Floyd Emery and Eunice Jeans Emery. He operated service station’s in Roanoke Rapids, was service manager at Goodyear and Firestone Tire Center’s in Roanoke Rapids. In later years he was a correctional officer at Caledonia Prison for a number of years.
Elridge was also a charter member of the Roanoke Valley Rescue Squad where he had served a Commander and also as Captain for a number of years. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Roanoke Rapids.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Anne Ross Emery. His son, Lee Emery and his wife Tammy of Roanoke Rapids. His grandson, Bryan Emery and his wife Hannah of Greenville, NC.
Memorial services will be held Saturday, January 3, 2015 at 2:00 PM at Massey Funeral Home in Roanoke Rapids with Rev. Julian Mills officiating.
The family will receive friends after the service at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.haroldmasseyfuneralhome.com