Jim, The obituary is very well-done, and sounds like the service was spirited, like Marion. Many fond memories. Thanks for attending and for the report. Nancy Trask Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE smartphone -------- Original message -------- From: James Wiegel via Dialogue <dialogue@lists.wedgeblade.net> Date: 06/20/2015 4:10 PM (GMT-06:00) To: Marsha Hahn <mhahn013@sbcglobal.net>, "O:E List" <oe@wedgeblade.net>, Colleague Dialogue <dialogue@lists.wedgeblade.net> Subject: [Dialogue] Just returned from the memorial service for Marion Emerson. Marsha Hahn asked for Fred's address Church was full, about 128 people.  Sang "Just a Closer Walk with Thee".  Gracious Fred sort of ushered everyone out of the church, talking with them and thanking them for coming. Favorite story told:  Apparently Marion was of the habit to move her hands and dance and sway a little during the services.  One day, a grandfather brought a grumpy 3 year old to church who was quickly fascinated by this dancing 70 year old.  Then, Marion saw the 3 year old looking at her and invited her to join the dance with her.  They ended up in the aisle together dancing.   Fred Emerson's mailing address4555 East Mayo Boulevard#3408Phoenix, Arizona 85050 Fred's email:  fred@fredandmarion.com Just amazing to me, the quality of people I have had in my life! Jim Wiegel   “If you want an adventure . . . what a time to be alive!”. Joanna Macy 401 North Beverly Way,Tolleson, Arizona 85353623-363-3277jfwiegel@yahoo.comwww.partnersinparticipation.com Upcoming ToP training opportunities in Arizona More info on: ToP® Facilitation Methods ToP® Strategic Planning: Mastering the Technology of Participation   Register on line / see the ToP National ScheduleAICP Planners: 14.5 CM for all ToP® courses The AZ ToP® Community of Practice meets the 1st Friday, of every month, 1-4 pm, at ACYR, 648 N. 5th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85003 From: Marsha Hahn <mhahn013@sbcglobal.net> To: James Wiegel <jfwiegel@yahoo.com> Sent: Saturday, June 20, 2015 5:14 AM Subject: Re: [Oe List ...] Marion Emerson passed away Celebrate Saturday, June 20th at 11:00 AM Jim, Thanks very much for sharing this news.  Do you have a mailing address for Fred? On Jun 19, 2015, at 6:21 AM, James Wiegel via OE <oe@lists.wedgeblade.net> wrote: Long time colleague, guardian, their house was the first religious house in Phoenix. Lifelong social pioneer, town meeting circuited, an honor to know her. Jim Wiegel: From: "Kay Schnizlein" <joyfulkay@aspect1.net> Date: June 18, 2015 at 08:38:24 MST To: <marilynoyler@cox.net>, <JFwiegel@yahoo.com>, <judithwiegel@yahoo.com> Cc: <kward14@cox.net>, "Angelica Rodriguez" <arodriguezruz@gmail.com>, <rauljorquera@msn.com> Subject: Marion Emerson passed away Celebrate Saturday, June 20th at 11:00 AM #yiv5923933744 #yiv5923933744 -- _filtered #yiv5923933744 {panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4;} _filtered #yiv5923933744 {font-family:Calibri;panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4;} _filtered #yiv5923933744 {font-family:UICTFontTextStyleBody;panose-1:0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0;} #yiv5923933744 #yiv5923933744 p.yiv5923933744MsoNormal, #yiv5923933744 li.yiv5923933744MsoNormal, #yiv5923933744 div.yiv5923933744MsoNormal {margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;font-size:11.0pt;} #yiv5923933744 a:link, #yiv5923933744 span.yiv5923933744MsoHyperlink {color:#0563C1;text-decoration:underline;} #yiv5923933744 a:visited, #yiv5923933744 span.yiv5923933744MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#954F72;text-decoration:underline;} #yiv5923933744 span.yiv5923933744EmailStyle17 {color:windowtext;} #yiv5923933744 .yiv5923933744MsoChpDefault {} _filtered #yiv5923933744 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in;} #yiv5923933744 div.yiv5923933744WordSection1 {} #yiv5923933744 Marion Emerson passed away on a family sailing vacation at Saint Barts in the Caribbean, on May 31, 2015 at age 73.  She is survived by her husband Fred with whom she shared nearly 54 years of marriage. She is also survived by her daughter Beth Shoemake of Purcell, OK and her son David of Dallas, TX, as well as grandchildren Steven, Matthew, Thomas and Michael.  Marion was born in Washington, D.C. and graduated from Swarthmore College with a degree in Economics and Math.  Marion and Fred started their married life in Manhattan, NY and thoroughly enjoyed six years there, where their two children were born. A change of jobs for Fred brought them to the Chicago suburbs, where he joined Greyhound-Dial Corp.  In 1971 they moved to Phoenix, where for 10 years she was a substitute High School math teacher in the Phoenix Public schools.  Marion spent many years as a volunteer facilitator for the Institute of Cultural Affairs.  Later she returned to graduate school to study Industrial Engineering and then joined the Bureau of Reclamation where for 13 years she was a teacher and facilitator for the newly important personal computer revolution. Together with her family she enjoyed many adventures sailing, flying their small Cessna plane, and back packing.  The family sailed in exotic places such as Hawaii, Tahiti, Belize, the Caribbean, the San Juan Islands, Croatia, and the Lycian coast of Turkey.  Marion and Fred have hiked extensively in Arizona; they have also hiked the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.  For 34 years Marion and Fred enjoyed their cabin in the White Mountains of Arizona (Greer, elevation 8500'). The cabin narrowly escaped burning in the Wallow Fire.  Marion was active in Greer as a Docent and Board member at the Butterfly Lodge Museum.   She worked with many non-profit organizations over the years, notably the Ecumenical Institute and its successor, the Institute of Cultural Affairs, where she was a strategic planner and facilitator.  She also served as a consultant in the Third World village of El Bayad, Egypt.  In addition to volunteer work, she also enjoyed fine art, exploring spirituality and  historical research.      All are welcome to Celebrate the Completion of Marion’s Life on Saturday, June 20th at 11:00 AM At Scottsdale United Congregational Church of Christfollowed by a luncheon.  Scottsdale United Congregational Church of Christ (SCUCC) 4425 North Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale, Arizona 85251   Please share with all that may want to know,      Kay Schnizlein formerly Fulkersonjoyfulkay@aspect1.netPhoenix, AZ & for state wide servicewww.KaySchnizlein.com 602-943-2822  "Building Relationships that Last a Lifetime!"Your personal referrals are the greatest compliment I can receive.  I am grateful to be of service, Thank you.  Sincerely.    _______________________________________________ OE mailing list OE@lists.wedgeblade.net http://lists.wedgeblade.net/listinfo.cgi/oe-wedgeblade.net