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Emerson Faust Obituary

Reading, PA
Emerson S. Faust, Jr.

Emerson S. Faust, Jr. of Reading died peacefully at home. He was the son of Evelyn (Burkhart) and Emerson S. Faust, Sr. He was a proud graduate of Reading High School. Emerson served in the Korean War working as a tank mechanic. He was employed by Mary McIntosh as a maintenance supervisor for 35 years. He was happily married to Shirley Faust, who passed away in 2005. Emerson was a loving father to his daughters, Kim Pettigrew, Kami Bross and a son Denton Faust. He was also survived by grandchildren Danielle Pettigrew, Chris Pettigrew, Tyler Sivak, Cassie Faust, Kaitlyn Faust, Danielle Galloway and Jaden Bross. He also had 3 great grand children, Charles, Aiden and Yesenia. Emerson is also survived by a stepson Terry Hack. Also a friend, Mary Ernst. 

Emerson loved cars especially his Buick. He enjoyed playing golf and poker. He also loved his dog Amber and cat Lee Lee.  

A private graveside service will be held for immediate family at Forest Hills.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to Veterans Making a Difference 2412 Spring Street West Lawn, PA 19609.

Arrangements entrusted to John P. Feeney Funeral Home, Inc. 625 N. 4th Street at Centre Ave., Reading, PA 19601, 610-372-4160. Obituary and condolences at www.johnpfeeney.com.

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