Wilbert D. Emig

Mr. Wilbert D. Emig, age 89, of Comins, passed away Saturday, March 12, 2011 at his home. Wilbert was born on April 16, 1921 in New Philadelphia, Ohio to William and Carrie (Beaber) Emig. The family moved to Comins in 1926. Wilbert served his country in the US Army during WWII in the European Theater, being awarded the Bronze Star.  He returned home and married Velma on October 12, 1947 at the Comins Mennonite Church. Wilbert worked for many years in the forests as a logger.  He was a member of the Clinton Township Board, serving as both Supervisor and Commissioner.  He was an active member of the Comins Mennonite Church, serving as a board member for many years; he also was President of the Oscoda County Commission on Aging. Wilbert enjoyed gardening and was a Master Gardener.  He had held the position of President of the Irisarians.  Wilbert also enjoyed archery, hunting, fishing, and playing cards.  He will always be remembered as a friend to everyone.Surviving are his wife Velma; his children: Donald (Margaret) Emig of Vandalia, MI; Stuart (Susan)Emig of Comins, MI; Ted (Tammy) Emig of Comins, MI; Mona (Cary) Lee of Saginaw, MI; and Marshall (Susan) Emig of Rochester Hills, MI; his sisters: Beulah Collins, Esther Bills, and Velma Ouimette; his brother Frank Emig; 12 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren.  Wilbert was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter Gaye Maurer, his sister Elsie Guedel, his brothers Elton Emig and Gene Emig, and 2 grandchildren.Visitation Tuesday, March 15, 2011 from 6-9PM at Lashley Funeral Home, Mio, MI and again on Wednesday, March 16, 2011 from 12 Noon until funeral service at 1 PM at Comins Mennonite Church with Pastor Kevin Salsbury officiating.  Interment at Clinton Township Cemetery, Comins, MI.Memorial Donations may be made to Comins Mennonite Church or to the Oscoda County Commission on Aging.Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home, Mio.