Rodney Edgar Emmert, 84, passed away on August 16, 2017. Rodney was born August 5, 1933 in Los Angeles, California to Edgar and Evelyn Emmert. Rodney was an Air Force Veteran, active during the Korean War. He was a longtime member of the Shawnee Kiwanis. He served as a Gideon for many years. He was a lifelong Christian. Rodney was adored and loved by everyone he met. Rodney was always a lovable son, husband, father, and grandfather. He was an Insurance agent for many years. Rodney is survived by his wife, Pody, children; Rhonda (Marc Lambros) Emmert, Craig Emmert, Deedee (Brad) Southwick, brother, Gordon (Judy) Emmert, seven grandchildren; Devin, Danielle, Hannah, Madison, Raven, Elijah, Silas, and two great granddaughters, Indica and Frankie.   Rodney was preceded in death by his parents, son, Eric, and sister, Lucella Campbell.

Services

A Visitation is set for 2:00 ~ 4:00 PM, Sunday, August 20, 2017 at Amos Family Funeral Home, 10901 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, Kansas 66203.  A Funeral Service is set for 10:00 AM, Monday, August 21, 2017 at Lenexa United Methodist Church 9138 Caenen Lake Road, Lenexa, Kansas 66215. Burial will take place at Shawnee Mission Memory Gardens, 23215 W. 75th Street, Shawnee, Kansas 66227.

Contributions

Memorial contributions in Rodney's name may be made to:

Kansas City Hospice House

12000 Wornall Road

Kansas City, Missouri 64145.