Sept. 18, 1911 – July 17, 2007
Emile”s grandparents immigrated to the United States from France. His grandfather was a chef who worked in San Francisco. Emile was raised in the Dry Creek area of Healdsberg, where his father had a ranch.
Emile settled in Scotts Valley of Lake County where he had a walnut orchard and nursery. He was married to Nelda Riggs, a school teacher. After Nelda passed away, Emile married Ellen Riggle, who had lost her first husband. They were retired at this time and lived in Kelseyville.
Emile loved to travel. They made many trips all over the world. He liked to travel on ships because he did not have to pack and unpack his suitcase all the time.
Emile was a member of the Clearlake Odd Fellows Lodge #130. He was an Odd Fellow for over 70 years.
Emile was preceded in death be by his brother, Clayton.
He is survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 24 at Hartley Cemetery in Lakeport.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Napa, 414 S. Jefferson St., Napa, CA 94599 or your favorite charity.
For further information call Chapel of the Lakes 263-0357 or 994-5611 or www.chapelofthelakes.com.
Please sign the guest book at www.record-bee.com. (Published in the Record-Bee on Friday, July 20, 2007.)
