Richard K. Emerson

ROCHESTER - Richard K. Emerson, age 87, of Rochester, NH, passed away Monday, October 19, 2020 after a long struggle with Parkinson's disease.  He died at his home, surrounded by his loving family, and now sleeps peacefully awaiting the return of Jesus. Richard was born on October 14, 1933 in the home of his parents, Rex & Vivian (Trobaugh) Emerson (both now deceased) and was a lifelong resident of Rochester, NH. He attended Gonic, NH elementary school and Spaulding High School. After graduating, he married his high school sweetheart Geraldine (Christie) Emerson with whom he spent 64 wonderful years. Together they raised a family which was very important to him and he loved spending time with them. He loved animals of all types and caring for them, especially his pet goats. He was a member of the Rochester Seventh-day Church all his life and a "Call" Fireman for the Rochester Fire Dept. in his younger years, being assigned to the ladder truck. Richard was a hard worker and a great provider for his...