Daniel Ralph Emery

Dan Emery 42, of Blue Springs, MO passed away February 23, 2007 at St. Mary�s Hospital. At Dan�s request there will be no services, instead there will be a BBQ at his home. Contact the family for further information. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the children�s education fund. Dan was born on July 1, 1964 in Los Angles, CA, and moved to the Independence area 4 years ago. He was employed with Trans Wood Inc. in sugar Creek, MO for the past several years. Dan was a very proud and devoted father. He enjoyed teasing, laughing, and playing practical jokes on his children. He also instilled a strong work ethic, and a never give up attitude that his children admired. Dan gave his all to everything that he did, and to his family and friends. He enjoyed all sports, his favorite team being the Raiders. He shared his love of classic rock music and his IROC Z, with his entire family. Dan is preceded in death by his parents; Ralph and Maxine, and a sister; Raylene. Survivors include his wife, Jeannie Emery, daughter Ashley, and a son Jeremy, all of the home. Also left to mourn his passing are several nieces and nephews.