Obituary: Emilie B. "Emmie" Reedy

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In memory of

Emilie B. "Emmie" Reedy

of Philip, South Dakota, died on Thursday, May 22, 2014 at the Rapid City Regional Hospital at the age of 94

Emilie B. “Emmie” Barcal was born August 27, 1919, at White River, South Dakota, the daughter of Frank and Marie (Sykora) Barcal. Emmie attended grade school in the Cody district and graduated from White River High School in 1938. After graduation, she clerked in stores in White River.

She later met John Reedy who constructed dams in the area. They were married September 21, 1942, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in White River. Together they farmed and ranched in the Hilland and Philip areas for 28 years.

Emmie was a 4-H leader of the girls Happy Workers Club for 10 years. In 1970, Emmie and John moved to Philip when their sons took over the ranching operation. Emmie began working as a clerk at the drug store in Philip, for George Minard, Carv Thompson, and later for Milo Zeeb.

Emmie enjoyed crafts, especially oil painting, and taught art classes for several years.

One of the highlights of her life were her trips to her ancestral country, the Czech Republic. There she got acquainted with relatives on her father’s side in 1990. Emmie loved traveling, especially enjoying trips to Ireland and Hawaii. Tending to her yard and growing flowers kept her busy. She loved music, accordion music was special because she grew up with it.

Above all else, Emmie loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and always had a hug for each one.

Emmie was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Wheeler-Brooks American Legion Auxiliary, and the Betterment Committee, all of Philip.

Survivors include one son Mike Reedy of Worland, Wyoming; two daughters Mary Kay Sandal of Plainview, and Joann Pearson and her husband Lester of Philip; 22 grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; nine step-great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; two daughters-in-law Annie Brunskill (Obie) of Philip, and Paula Reedy of Vale; a very special person to the family, Karen Pearson of Rapid City; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Emmie was preceded in death by her husband John on March 21, 1987; three sons Joe, Richard “Richie”, and Robert “Robbie” Reedy; a grandson John Sandal; a step-great-grandson Luke Wolfe; her parents; two brothers Frank Barcal and a brother in infancy; and two sisters Anna Lunn and Mary Brown.

Visitation was held 5-7 p.m. on Sunday May 25, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Philip, with a vigil service at 7:00 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial was held 3:00 p.m. Monday, May 26, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Philip, with Father John Hatcher, SJ as celebrant.

Interment was at the Masonic Cemetery in Philip.

A memorial has been established to the American Legion Auxiliary. Memorials may be sent to P.O. Box 761, Philip, SD 57567.

Mass of Christian Burial
Monday, May 26, 2014 - 3:00 p.m.
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Philip, South Dakota

Celebrant
Father John Hatcher, SJ

Music
Marianne Frein - Pianist
Heather & Darren Schroeder-Vocalists
"Wings of a Dove"
"Make Me A Channel of Your Peace"
"Lead Me Lord"
Maureen Palecek -Vocalist
"Ave Maria"

Altar Servers
Emmie's Great-Granddaughters

Eucharistic Ministers
Laurie Bergeson - Marlyn Bergeson - Lloyd Frein

Lector
Haylee Swiden

Ushers
Dan Barcal - Hugh Hart

Pallbearers
Jim Reedy - Lance Pearson - Matt Reedy
Paul Sandal - Will Reedy - Scott Sandal
John Paul Reedy - Joe Reedy

Honorary Pallbearers
All other grandchildren and great-grandchildren

Final Resting Place
Masonic Cemetery
Philip, South Dakota

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Visitation: 5-7 p.m. on Sunday May 25, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Philip

Vigil service: 7:00 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Philip.

Mass of Christian Burial: 3:00 p.m. Monday, May 26, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Philip

Interment: Masonic Cemetery in Philip.

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My thoughts and prayers are with all the family at this time. Mary Kay we are the older generation now. Linda Stilwell class of 1961. ~ Linda Stilwell Kadoka (5/22/2014)
I am so sorry to hear about Emmie passing on. This was truly a great loss in a great family. All our love and prayers. ~ Shaun & Brandie Slovek Black Hawk (5/22/2014)
Mary Kay, Joanne, Mike and families, Emmie was an amazing woman who will be missed so very much. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. ~ Sloan Hart Rapid City (5/22/2014)
Emmie will truly be missed. Remember the good times and always keep them in your heart.
~ jim & Vonnie O'Dea Howes, SD (5/22/2014)
Laurie and Family,
We're so sorry for your loss. May God wraps his arms around you like a blanket and give peace and comfort to you during this difficult time.

God Bless,
Joe and Stacy Niewohner ~ Joe and Stacy Niewohner stacyniewohner10@gmail.com (5/22/2014)
To Emmie's family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. I was one of Emmie's painting students, we had many good lessons that I will remember forever. Such a wonderful lady, may she rest in peace. A friend forever. Amelia ~ Amelia Hurley Philip (5/22/2014)
Mary Kay & Family,
So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing..what a greatlady..my thoughts & prayers are with you all. ~ Bea Williams Missoula, Mt. (5/22/2014)
Joann, Mike and Mary Kay, so sad to hear of the loss of your mom. Oh so many good memories of growing up with your family as neighbors. I will miss your mom too. Love and prayers. Betty and Sonny
~ Betty and Sonny LaBeau Philip (5/22/2014)
Joann and family, Sorry to hear of the death of your mother. She was always gracious and was an inspiration in all that she did. ~ Mark Ford Brainerd, MN (5/22/2014)
Joann, Les and all of Emmie's family,
Our love,thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of your loss. What a wonderful woman she was and may your many memories bring you much comfort.
Hal & Tammy ~ Hal & Tammy Jewett Highmore, SD (5/22/2014)
Sorry for your loss. She is at peace now. God bless all of you. ~ Connie Clements Richards Altoona, IA (5/22/2014)
Dear Mary Kay and family,
So sorry for your loss. What a lovely lady and you all are a product of her wonderful influence. Hope you can take some consolation that she no longer has to battle health issues and is reunited with her loved ones. Thinking of you and prayer you're comforted. Not sure if I will make it to services. Love, Lucille O'Grady ~ Lucille O'Grady Rapid City SD (5/22/2014)
You have been in our thoughts and prayers. We grew very fond of Emmie during the time she was our Mother's roommate and we greatly enjoyed our visits. She was a sweet and talented woman. We pray she is at peace now. ~ Larry and Julie McLaughlin Midland (5/22/2014)
DEAR FAMILY OF EMMELY SORRY TO HEAR OF HER PASSING. WE ARE UNABLE TO BE AT HER FUNERAL BUT OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY. ~ DON AND SHIRLEY FT. PIERRE (5/22/2014)
Dear Joann and family, so sorry to hear of the passing of Emmie. She was such a classy lady. Because of her pride and support for our Military and Veterans she inspired me to join the American Legion Auxiliary and this year I will celebrate 40 years of membership. I know she will be greatly missed, but not forgotten. You all are in our prayers. ~ Donna Hart Garland, Texas (5/22/2014)
Emmie opened up a world of art when she gave lessons and I learned to get the cap off the oil paints! What fun she made painting & John did a lot of building the projects. Great times. Not to mention 4-H. Memories are what Emmie made for those she met. Our sympathy to all. ~ Bill & Marsha Sumpter Kadoka (5/22/2014)
I am sorry for the Families loss but happy for Emie. May sh rest in Peace. i had the privilege of working with Emie at the Pharmacy what a wise and sweet lady. I will keep the families in my prayers. ~ Cindy Hauk Wall (5/22/2014)
Mary Kay, may God's grace be with you and your family during this difficult time. Prayers for all of you. My sympathies. ~ Sharon Johnson Shawnee, OK (5/22/2014)
I loved going over to the Reedy's and always had a great time. Emie was one of my 4H leaders and a very kind person. ~ Dave Keyser San Antonio (5/22/2014)