Ema Rene (Fohn) McQuaid was born on April 12, 1972 to John “Jack” and Alice Fohn in Seattle, Washington. Shortly after her birth the family moved to Helena, Montana where she was raised. Ema graduated from Capital High School and went on the study at the University of Montana. Ema later transferred to Carroll College. Ema was a member of several Masonic organizations.
Ema moved to Seattle where she enjoyed living and had many friends. She worked for the Greater Seattle YMCA and enjoyed spending her summers at Camp Coleman and Camp Orkila. Ema met a wonderful man, Patrick, and they were married October 23, 2003. Ema and Pat were blessed to have a beautiful baby girl Ela in 2010. Ema loved making cookies with Ela. The family enjoyed going to Lake Chelan and taking their boat to Stehekin. Ema loved going to Mariners games and was an avid baseball fan.
Ema was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and continued to work as long as she could. Sadly, Ema passed away surrounded by Pat, Ela, and Jodel on October 10, 2023. Pat and Ela were the most incredible and loving caregivers she could have asked for. Ema loved them to the moon and back. One of the hardest things required of us, was the day we let the Angels take her to heaven.
Ema is proceeded in death by her parents, Jack and Alice Fohn, and her father-in-law, Michael McQuaid. Ema is survived by her devoted husband Pat, loving daughter Ela, favorite sister Jodel, furry babies Mathew and Lincoln, an Aunt Marian Graham of Colorado, and extended family. A private memorial will be held at a later date. Memorials can be made to the Pad for Paws, 2115 Euclid Ave, Helena, MT 59601 or YMCA of Greater Seattle, Camp Orkila-Ema McQuaid, 909 Forth Ave,Seattle, WA, 98104.
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Michelle Lingenfelter (Hanpa) says
I am so sorry to hear of Ema’s passing. I remember her fondly. My prayers are with her family
MaryEllen (Taplin) Kropp says
So sorry for the loss of Ema. I have many happy memories of Ema when we were younger and in Job’s Daughters. Ema and her family treated me like I was part of them. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Norm and Ellen Hanpa says
So sorry to learn of Ema’s death. Many happy memories as a teen. Prayers for her family.
Terry Dean says
I WAS QUITE SHOCKED TO HEAR THIS NEWS, SO SORRY,HAVE A LOT OF FOND MEMORIES OF THE FOHN FAMILY, ANGELA AND I SEND OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES,
Catherine Nolan says
Jodel Im so sorry for the loss of Ema. You were such a wonderful sister to her and she was blessed to have you by her side in the end. Love you…
Brenda Lynn Staley says
Jode
Brenda Lynn Staley says
Joel so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Diane says
Jodel
I was so sorry to see the obituary on your sister. I was good friends with your parents for many years and remember you girls from the time you were small. your family and your sister’s family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. with sincere sympathy, Diane Richter, Pedersen.
Susan Bjerke says
Jodel, Pat and Ela,
May your memories be some solace in this new world where your sister, wife, and mother looks upon you from above. Her kindness and humor are yours to cherish.
We are so sorry for your loss,
Sue and Dean Bjerke
Lanae Matson Vetsch says
Jodel and family. May you have many happy memories with you always. I am so sadden to hear about the passing of Ema. So sorry for your loss.
Lanae Matson Vetsch
Tami (McGinnis) Miller says
Jodel & family,
I was so sorry to read of Emma’s passing. May you find comfort in knowing she is no longer hurting and that you always have an angel watching over you. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Michele says
We were surprised and sorry to hear of Ema’s passing. When we lived with Dad and Alice the first year of Ema’s life, I was so excited to have this little baby to love and play with. Our condolences to Pat and Ela as well as prayers. Michele (Shelly) Fohn Scheideman