EMERSON – John Joseph
Born Thursday July 08, 1948. Passed away Monday February 16, 2026.
Passed away peacefully on Feb 16, 2026.
Aged 77 years.
Dearly loved husband of Dorothy.
Loving father & father-in-law of Sally & Jarrod, Amy & Matthew.
Cherished Pops of Claire & Henry; Heidi & Holly.
‘A chapter completed, a page is turned,
a life well lived, a rest well earned.’
Funeral notice
Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life for Mr John Joseph Emerson to be held at the Portarlington Golf Club, Hood Rd, Portarlington on TUESDAY (March 3, 2026) commencing at 11am.
Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of John, may be made to The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health - please see link below:
https://florey.edu.au/support-us/donate-now/
Tributes
The Dartmoor Cemetery Trust, and the local community, will always be indebted to John for the commitment he gave to his role as Secretary from 1989 until 2003.His manner with the bereaved was always respectful and sincere. His lasting legacy though is the untold hours he spent to bring Cemetery records and management to the required level, with a determined focus to identify many unmarked graves. The current Trust 'rides on his coat-tails'. Thank you John [and Dorothy for accepting the time he gave to his position!]
February 28, 2026 10:09 pm
Many fun memories of John. A young farmer friend. On the way to Alice springs 50 odd years ago. Stuck at Curdimurka (spelling incorrect) John with his pipe and corks around his hat with the sneaky smile. Bev and I had many fun catch ups over the years also with Dorothy . Such lovely friends. John I think of you often and now you are in peace. Take care
February 22, 2026 3:38 am
Many fun memories of John. A young farmer friend. Onthe way to Alice springs 50 odd years ago. Stuck at Curdimurka (spelling incorrect) John with his pipe and corks around his hat with the sneaky smile. Bev and I had many fun catch ups over the years also with Dorothy . Such lovely friends. John I think of you often and now you are in peace. Take care
February 22, 2026 3:36 am
Cherished memories of John.
What wonderful times we had in our earlier days at the family farm at Dartmoor and in the Young Farmer days. Always remembered.
Thinking of you Dot and your family.
Love Bev & Doug.February 21, 2026 3:40 pm
Sincere sympathy to Dorothy, Sally, Amy and Families.
A beautiful and caring man at peace.Peter, Joan and Family
February 21, 2026 12:56 pm
Hoping there is much to tinker with John, wherever you may be.
Known for a short time , who will be remembered for a long time.
Best neighbours ever.
Thinking of you and your family Dorothy.
Love Leigh and Janineđź’•February 20, 2026 11:09 pm
