It is with much sadness we announce that beloved sister, daughter, relative and friend Emily Ellen passed away November 1 at the age of 44 from metastatic breast cancer. Preceded in death by mother Bonnie; grandparents Roy & Belva Froelich and George & Lettie Wilson. Cousins Jerry Brooks, Mike and Curt Arvold. Survived by Fred, father; Winifred, sister; Collan nephew; Bronwyn niece,; and adored companion, pet, Hannah. Memorial Service SATURDAY NOVEMBER 24 at 10:30 AM, with visitation at 10:00 AM at Brooklyn United Methodist Church, 7200 Brooklyn Boulevard, Brooklyn Center, MN. 55429. Luncheon will be served after the service in Fellowship Hall.
Emily was born in Robbinsdale, MN on November 26, 1973. On her mother, Bonnie’s birthday. Their birthday sometimes fell on Thanksgiving which meant they often had a built in party.
Emily grew up in Brooklyn Park, MN. She attended Birch Grove elementary, Brooklyn Junior High and Park center high schools where she was active in the theater and as a cheerleader.
After she attended UW Menomonie Emily lived in Arkansas helping run Three Oaks Resort. She also worked in administration at a local hospital. She returned to Minnesota where she started working for a small division of Allianz life insurance. She met and befriended many wonderful and supportive friends there.
After being diagnosed with Metastatic (stage four) breast cancer in 2014 Emily sought many types of treatment. Both “eastern and alternative” to take good care of herself while also taking “western” medicine treatments. But as those who battle with cancer and specifically metastatic know, there is no cure. In mid October Emily contracted fungal pneumonia from which she did not recover. Emily passed away quietly at Abbott-Northwestern Hospital on November 1.
Emily loved being outside, spending time in nature, cross country skiing, hiking, playing, walking and swimming with Hannah who she adopted from the humane society while Emily was volunteering. Hannah is a sensitive sweet dog who needed extra love and care. Emily saw that in her and knew a kindred spirit. Emily also loved photography, watching her niece and nephew perform in plays and musicals but also loved the quiet times of just hanging out with family.
Her life was enriched by many cherished friends who helped her live life to the fullest through many adventures including trips to cabins, to other states, concerts, and birthday dinners to name just a few.
She is loved and will be missed by all who knew her.