Kory Pierre Emery Sr., 59, Salem,(formerly of Stark County, N.C., GA. and Fl. beloved Father and Grandpa passed away unexpectedly on August 25, 2020.
Kory was born July 10, 1961 in Dos Palos, California, the son of the late LeRoy and Jackie (Macauley) Emery.
He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan and enjoyed watching sports. He was involved in coaching and being an active role in his children’s and grandchildren’s lives.
He served our military as a member of the U.S. Army. He had worked at various places over the years, Including WalMart, a Sheriffs office in Georgia and Laying blacktop.
He is survived by his significant other Shirley Simpson, 3 daughters and 2 sons; Jacquelynn (Steve) Williams of Canton, OH, Rebecca (Cory) of Salem, OH, Kory P. Emery Jr, Franklin, NC, Kayla Emery, Franklin, NC and Alexander Emery, Franklin, NC. 5 grandchildren; Macenzi, Ethan, Thomas, Xavier and Damien. 2 brothers; Mike Emery, Orlando, FL, Joe (Terry) Emery, Leesburg, FL, and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Leroy Emery Jr. and a sister Valerie (Emery) Bess.
There will be no public services or visitation held. There will be a private family service and military honors provided by the Salem Honor Guard on Thursday.
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