Rebecca Reed-Emmerich, age 65, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Saturday, January 19, 2019. Becky, daughter of the late Roger and Helen Reed, was born and raised in Walker, Michigan. Becky studied acting and poetry in New York City where she raised her son, Michael. In addition to being a devoted mother, Becky was a gifted writer and a creative thinker. She will be remembered for her kindness, curiosity, keen wit, and love of music and nature. She will be greatly missed by her son, Michael Emmerich; sisters Kate Reed McCartney and Jean Reed (David) Bahle; brother David (Mary) Reed; her husband of fifteen years, Jim Emmerich; nieces, Nataly Reed (Alex Schweig); Margaret Reed (Jessa Edwards); nephew Michael (Kathy) Reed; and grand nephews, Ian and Isaac Reed. A memorial service will be held for Becky at Fountain Street Chapel, 24 Fountain Street NE, in Grand Rapids, on February 16, at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Grand Rapids Public Library. Please visit www.Stegengafuneralchapel.com to read Becky's lifestory or to share a memory or photo. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Rebecca Reed-Emmerich please visit our Sympathy Store.
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss of Becky. I have many fond memories of Becky when I visited the Reed family years ago. It must be difficult for all of you. Becky was very special. Scott Quandt
- Scott Quandt
I am so very sorry to have lost such a sweet soul. As a kid we always enjoyed her running amuck with the rest of us cousins. Later when I visited NY I tried my best to stop in and drag her out for dinner or lunch. She will truly be missed.
- Bob Klug
Sherrill & Phil Bahle lit a candle in memory of Rebecca Reed-Emmerich
- Sherrill & Phil Bahle
We just learned of your loss..we are so sorry..Sending loving thoughts to all of you..
- Sherrill
to Rebecca family, knew Becky as a kid when my family went to Michigan to see relatives. Sounds like she had a good life. So sorry for your loss. from Janet Weersma Runnerstrom (cousin)
- janet runnerstrom
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