Gary Lyle Emigh, 81, passed away on March 11, 2022, in Selden, KS. He
was born on April 11, 1940, in rural Sheridan County to Lyle Zadoc and
Clyda Belle (Shaw) Emigh.
Gary was raised in Sheridan County and graduated from Selden Rural
High School in 1958. After high school Gary started farming and
carpentry work. On June 7, 1959, Gary married Shirley Rogers in The
United Methodist Church in Selden. To this union they had four
children: Lori, Russ, Roger, and Kyle.
Gary and Shirley settled 5 miles south of Selden. Gary and his dad,
Lyle, partnered in the farm and established Solomon Valley Hog Farm.
In addition, they raised multiple crops and cattle.
After raising their family and retiring, Gary and Shirley moved to
town and the boys continued the farming operation. Gary continued
working at his own pace and the boys tried to keep up! It was then that
he assumed the role of “dispatcher." Even though their Selden homes
were very nicely remodeled and landscaped by Gary and Shirley. They were
always drawn back to the farm. Here, they established yet another
farmstead close to the original where Gary could keep an eye on the farm
activity and pursue his love of remodeling by restoring campers. He
always seemed happier the harder he worked.
Gary had a deep faith from an early age. He was a dedicated steward
and church was always a priority. He will be remembered as a loving
husband, father and grandpa, who always kept his family entertained
through his gift of jovial wit. Gary will be deeply missed by all.
Gary is survived by his wife, Shirley Emigh of Selden, KS; sons:
Russ Emigh and Kyle Emigh both of Selden, KS; daughter: Lori (Mark)
Miller of Selden, KS; sister: Judy (LaVern) Rentschler of Smith Center,
KS; eight grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. He is also survived
by numerous nieces and nephews and extended family. He was preceded in
death by his parents, son: Roger Emigh; sister: Joan Emigh and infant
twin siblings.
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