Robert Emerson

ROBERT EMERSON

     Robert L. Emerson, 90, of Janesville (formerly of Black River Falls), passed away peacefully at home Sunday, Sept. 4, 2022, with his family at his side. He was born in Black River Falls Feb. 9, 1932, the son of LaVerne and Belva (Hoff) Emerson. He was the first baby born at the Black River Falls Hospital on Main Street. Robert married Judith E. Lee June 21, 1958, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Robert served in the United States Air Force from 1948 until 1969 and went on to work for Commercial Carriers and Arco Auto Carriers, hauling cars for many years. Robert loved playing cards, fishing, coffee clutch with friends, watching stock car racing (the Kvapil boys were his favorite) and traveling with friend Judy Gilbertson. A proud memory for Robert and his daughter, Linda, was the trip they took to Washington, D.C., with the Vets Roll Organization in 2018.

     Robert is survived by his children, Linda Zett and Larry (Kimberly) Emerson; granddaughter, Crystal Zett; and brother, Milan Emerson. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, and sister Karen (Emerson) LaBelle.

     Robert’s family would like to thank SSM Health at Home (Sam, Josh and Stacey), Home at Ease (Heather, Jessica and Jamie), Agrace Hospice (Morgan, Nicole, Ashley and Erin), and the many others who helped keep him at home.

     A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 16, 2022, at Schneider Funeral Home, with visitation from 11:30 a.m. until time of service. Military honors will conclude the service Friday, with a private family urn committal held at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery on a later date.

     In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Robert’s honor to Agrace Hospice. 

     Schneider Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting his family. For online condolences and guestbook, please visit www.schneiderfuneraldirectors.com.