Service Schedule

Visitation
Visitation will be held at the Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, September 21, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM; Friday, September 22, 2023 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and an hour prior to the service on Saturday.

A Vigil Service will be held at the Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, September 22, 2023 at 5:00 PM.

Service
Eugene’s Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 11:00 am at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Williston, North Dakota. Father Paul Eberle will be officiating.

The Mass Service will be livestreamed, you can view Eugene’s service directly on this page.

Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home in Williston, ND is assisting the family.

Graveside Service
Eugene will be laid to rest at the Riverview Cemetery in Williston, ND.

Eugene Emery
October 12, 1931 - September 11, 2023

Residence: Williston, North Dakota

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Eugene Emery, age 91, passed away on September 11, 2023. He was born on October 12, 1931, in Williston, North Dakota.

Eugene was a devoted husband to JoAnn (Hughes) for 62 years. Together they raised four children, Patrick (Pamela), Regina, Mark, and Cathy, and were blessed with three grandchildren, Cassandra (Danny), Samantha (Mitch), and Alexandra.

Eugene was the Director of Public Works for Williston until his retirement. He was an esteemed member of the community and was recognized for his hard work and dedication to the city.

Eugene was preceded in death by his brother, Clinton; sisters, Lorraine and Donna, their spouses and his son-in-law, Richard.

He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched.

Rest in peace, Eugene. Your memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved you.

Memorial Contribution

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Meals on Wheels or the Williston Coyote Foundation.

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Betty Jo & Ron Falcon (Trenton , Nd)
Sep 14, 2023

Our sincere sympathy on the death of your dear father Gina & family. He was such a nice friendly fella. Always liked to stop & visit with him!

Tim Lynch (williston, North Dakota)
Sep 14, 2023

Good person who volunteered to run boy scouts for many years. So sorry.
Thoughts & prayers.

Etta Miller (WILLISTON, North Dakota)
Sep 14, 2023

He was my boss at Public Works for a few years and such a great man and boss.RIP Gene

Paula Hansen Schilke
Sep 14, 2023

Gene was one of the best guys around. Kind, hardworking, generous. I have many fond memories of him. Emery family, my sympathy is with all of you during this very sad time.

Dennis Hoffelt
Sep 14, 2023

Thanks, Gene, for being the man you always were. A life well lived, my sympathy to the family. RIP friend.

Jeff & Terri Hughes (Westbrook, Mn)
Sep 14, 2023

So very sorry to hear about Gene. We always enjoyed the time we spent with him & Joanne. Thoughts and prayers to the family, sending our love also.

Ed Hagan (Essex, MT)
Sep 14, 2023

Gene was my scoutmaster and an integral and good part of my life. I think of him often.
Ed Hagan

Val Gorder Trumpower (Williston )
Sep 14, 2023

So sorry to hear of Gene's passing. Our sympathies to the family.

Mary froelich (Fort Rice, ND)
Sep 15, 2023

I am forever grateful to Gene for asking me to be part of a group of parents to develop the Garden of Angels area of Riverview Cemetary. I believe this was his last big project prior to his retirement. He helped us to make this a beautiful area for grieving parents. My sympathy to you Joann and family.

Connie Egge (Epping, ND)
Sep 15, 2023

Rest now Gene -- you were surely one of the "GOOD ONES!" My sincerest sympathy to Gene's family and friends for this great loss.

Karen Rossland Vannatta (Missoula, MT)
Sep 15, 2023

So sorry to hear of Gene’s passing. I always enjoyed visiting with him. He always took time to recognize you. Rest in Peace dear cousin!

Kathy Harger (Williston)
Sep 15, 2023

Gene had such a kind eye and caring smile. I met him years ago while working for the City. Such a hard working man who took the time to be kind to others. Kindness is the legacy I remember when I think of Gene. Rest in peace. My sympathies to his family.

C'Dale (Jenner McBride) Jore (Williston, North Dakota)
Sep 16, 2023

My mom, Mavis (Ray) Jenner told me to call Gene! I believe they knew each other from school days. Gene continued to take care of me! I have beautiful headstones and appreciate Gene every time I am at the cemetery! With our sympathy, C'Dale & Phil Jore

Roger & Sandy Kohlman (Sun City, AZ)
Sep 18, 2023

Gene and Joann were our neighbors for many years. Always enjoyed Gene’s drive by visits, and working at the clinic with Joann was enjoyable. Great neighbors and wonderful people. RIP Gene.

Kristi King (Williston, North Dakota)
Sep 19, 2023

Dear Emery Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of Gene...What a man he was...witty, intelligent & always had a smile a mile wide...I have lots of memories growing up & hanging around the Emery household...thinking of you, Mark...
Sincerely,
Kristi King

dean and betty pettis (billings, MT)
Sep 19, 2023

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Gene. We remember him a few years ago at brother Gary's service at riverview cemetery. Our prayers are with you.

Monte Meiers
Sep 20, 2023

Gene was a great mentor and a benefit to Williston. RIP

Rich Resell (Williston, ND)
Sep 21, 2023

I first met Gene 1970 when he hired me for summer help at the ciry Water Plant Forty years later I retired from there,
RIP Gene

James Heinert (BISMARCK, ND)
Sep 21, 2023

JoAnn, Family and Friends:
I would not be where I am at in life today without all that Gene and your entire family has provided for me all these years. Thank You. I am not sure if the Williston Community ever realized we had our own real life version of Jimmy Stewart among us. Gene was the Williston version of all the characters Mr. Stewart played in movies like: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, Flight of the Phoenix, and It's a Wonderful Life all in one person. I will miss dearly all the times spent hunting, fishing, and visiting with Gene. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Hannelore Henderson (Williston, ND)
Sep 21, 2023

I met Gene many years ago when I took care of his mother at Bethel. Than I was able to take care of him and Jo Ann at Arbor house.We had some wonderful visits.So sorry for your loss.

Marilyn Strand (Williston, Nd)
Sep 21, 2023

Mr. Emery will always be Mr. Emery , the man,the myth the legend of williston. Condolences to Emery Family.

Tom miller (Rapid city, South Dakota )
Sep 22, 2023

Heart felt prayers Gene was a good man with respect Rest in Peace

Fr. Keith Streifel (Mandan, ND)
Sep 28, 2023

He was a good boss. I always found him thoughtful, his speech considered and considerate, and he certainly had to have a bigger picture than us summer help. Prayers for JoAnn and family. May the angels lead him to paradise!

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