Emily R. Storey's Obituary
Emily R. Storey, age 36, of Maryland Heights, MO, passed away on Sunday, February 28, 2021 at 4:29 p.m. in her home.
Emily was born on July 22, 1984 in Port Charlotte, FL, a daughter to Fred Bailey and Sheila R. (Reidelberger) Storey III. Emily honorably served her country in the United States Navy where she became disabled prior to her discharge. She was of the Baptist faith. Emily enjoyed painting with various mediums, but she was most fond of using acrylic paints. Her desire for reading began at the early age of four. She could always be found reading different types of books especially Stephen King novels. Her passion was spending time with her family and friends.
Survivors include her mother, Sheila Storey of Pinckneyville, IL; one sister Abbi Storey of Rockford, IL; uncle, David Reidelberger of Pinckneyville, IL; and several cousins. She will be missed by her family and friends who truly loved her.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents; and father.
A funeral service will be held at Oak Grove Baptist Church, Pinckneyville, IL on Monday, March 8, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with Brother Rob Mathis officiating. Interment will be in Mueller Hill Cemetery, Pinckneyville, IL.
A visitation will be at will be held at Oak Grove Baptist Church, Pinckneyville, IL on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service.
Due to health concerns related to the Covid-19 virus attendance will be limited and social distancing will be observed. All attendees are asked to wear a mask.
Memorial donations may be made to the Pinckneyville Public Library.
Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL is in charge of arrangements.
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