Emily Bedford

Obituary Emily Bedford A loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend to so many, Emily went to the Lord on July 22, 2005. Emily was born on November 30, 1921 to Anton and Albina Stanich. Her husband, Everett, and her loving sister, Nellie, preceded her in death. A graduate of Stadium High School, Emily worked as a secretary for several companies, among them were the Bridge Clinic, various banks, and the telephone company. She finally retired from ADT Security Company. Emily's highest priority was her family. She loved her home, but she also enjoyed camping at Belfair State Park and she loved to dance as well. She and Everett met at a USO dance function and they continued dancing all the way through life until his death. She was very active in Tico Tico dance group, and she was also an avid square dancer in her younger days. Church was an important part of her life. She was an active member of St. Charles Parish. When able, Emily volunteered her time preparing meals for funeral receptions and by also working at them. Emily is survived by her three children and their spouses: Karen Mirous (George), Kathleen Pierce (Steve), and Bob Bedford (Marna). Seven grandchildren will also feel the loss of their grandmother: Marc, Leeann, Erin, Meghan, Michelle, Emily, and LIndsey. Her cousin Bernice, and a childhood friend of over seventy years, Anne, will miss her dearly as well. Rosary will be at Gaffney Funeral Home, 1002 South Yakima, Thursday, July 28, 2005, at 7:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, July 29, 2005, at 11:00 am at St. Charles Borromeo Church. Family suggests memorials be made to Franciscan Hospice or the American Cancer Society. Please leave on-line condolences at www.gaffney funeralhome.com. Arrangements by Gaffney Funeral Home, 253-572-6003.