Emma Reeder

Emma Elizabeth Reeder, age 87, of Olathe, Kansas, formerly of Osawatomie, died June 13, 2015 at the Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Olathe. Emma was born May 18, 1928 in Louisburg, Kansas. She was the youngest of three children born to Roy and Ethel (McDowell) Spears. Emma grew up in Louisburg and attended the Louisburg schools, graduating with the Class of 1946. Emma and Everett Reeder were united in marriage on June 3, 1950 at Paola, Kansas. They made their home in Osawatomie and became the parents of four children. Number one in Emma"s life was her family. She cherished time spent with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Family get-togethers always included a huge home cooked meal. Emma was a great cook. She was an avid fan of the Kansas City Royals and KU Basketball. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Osawatomie. She had also been a member of the Eastern Star. She was preceded in death by her husband Everett on July 28, 2013, her parents, and two brothers Henry and Harold Spears. Emma is survived by her children and their spouses Douglas and Catherine Reeder of rural Osawatomie, Mark and Lynn Reeder of Katy, Texas, Debra and Terry Harrison of Olathe, and Emily and Steve Murphy of Derby, Kansas; 7 grandchildren; 4 step grandsons; 10 great grandchildren; many other relatives and friends. Contributions in memory of Emma can be made to the Good Samaritan Nursing Home and can be sent in care of the funeral home. To leave a special message for Emma's family, please click the Share Memories tab above. First Baptist Church, 8th & Brown, Osawatomie, KS Service: Thursday, June 18, 2015 at 10:30 AM Visitation: Wednesday, June 17, 2015 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM