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Emer Dean Broadbent

August 8, 1954 ~ November 29, 2017 (age 63) 63 Years Old
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Message from Lester Leavitt
September 5, 2018 10:48 AM
I met Emer more than a dozen years ago when our paths crossed quite by accident. We lost contact after he left Illinois, but in light of the opportunity I had to make a visit to Springfield next month I thought I would reach out to see if he had any pointers on other things I should see or look for. When there was no answer at either of his phone numbers, my heart sank, and a quick Google search confirmed my worst fears.

Emer touched my life in a very meaningful way, and he will be missed, but never forgotten.
Message from Dr. David M. Kleist, Chair Dept of Counseling at Idaho State Uni
July 30, 2018 3:23 PM
Hello: We have just learned today of Emer's passing. We are saddened to have learned of his death. In the brief time I knew Emer I respected his immense empathy for others and interest in lifelong learning. Of a return to school he asked by "for a chance, all I want is a chance." I feel honored to have been part of this "chance." He touched all of us in his few months in the program. He will be missed. Dr. Kleist and the faculty at ISU.
Message from Allyn Smith
December 6, 2017 9:03 AM
A terrible loss, way too early. The Emer I've known for 51 years is still in my memories. He will be sorely missed.
Message from Richy Lazarus
December 5, 2017 7:17 PM
I first met Emer a few weeks after we both turned 12 years old and we remained good friends throughout high school as were our sisters. Although we only rarely saw each other over the past several decades, I was fortunate to have a chance to reconnect a few years ago at our 40th high school reunion. I was struck then that, notwithstanding the passage of decades, the essential Emer I remembered and greatly admired from years earlier was still very much there: ebullient and caring, yet also ready to ridicule life’s twists with wit and gusto. While deeply saddened by his death at way too young an age, I cannot help but also smile in his memory.

I will miss him.

Richy Lazarus
Message from James Austin
December 5, 2017 11:06 AM
This is a terrible loss for us; heaven's gain. 51 years ago we became friends. In touch through the years, but always a touch in my heart. A wonderful spirit that will be missed by many. Heartfelt condolences to all touched by Emer.
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A candle was lit by Brent and Shauna Garner on December 2, 2017 6:23 PM
Message from Isaac Esplin
December 1, 2017 12:37 PM
I will be forever grateful to have been able to know Emer and I will miss him greatly. I consider him a dear friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you as well.
Message from Chris &Tom Payne
November 30, 2017 1:28 PM
We are heartbroken over your loss. Please know our thoughts are with you in this difficult time. Emer was a positive bright light in my life since we met as subbies at Uni in 1966, over 50 years ago. He will never be forgotten by me or anyone in our class.
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