J.S. Emerson, 86, of Russell Springs, KY died Sunday, January 5, 2020 at Russell County Hospital. He was born January 4, 1934 in Russell County to the late Ira & Elda Harris Emerson.
Mr. Emerson was a member of Russell Springs United Baptist Church where he served as deacon, song leader, and teacher. He was co-owner of Emerson's Manufacturing Company and a former Russell Springs City Councilman.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Pauline Hubbard.
SURVIVORS:
Wife: Elizabeth Emerson, Russell Springs
1 son: Charles (Angela) Emerson, Russell Springs
2 grandchildren: Tiffany (Kendall) Catron and Justin Ray Emerson, both of Russell Springs
2 great granddaughters: Taylor Catron and Jalyn Catron
1 brother: Estus (June) Emerson, Russell Springs
1 brother-in-law: Bobby Hubbard, Russell Springs
Funeral Service: Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 10:00amCT at Bernard Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Glen Richardson, Bro. Ronald Wilson, and Bro. Ryan Coffey officiating
Visitation: Tuesday, January 7, 2019 from 5:00pm-8:00pmCT and on Wednesday beginning at 8:00amCT
Interment: Russell Springs City Cemetery
Pallbearers: Gary Emerson, Jeff Hubbard, Bodie Emerson, Dennis Gosser, Kevin Antle, & Kendall Catron
Honorary Pallbearers: Kenny Catron & Mark Kinnett
Bernard Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
