- Date Of Birth: 1922
- Date Of Death: 2016
- State: Michigan
Obituary of Emma Bottke
Bottke, Emma
Saginaw, Michigan
Our loving mother, grandmother and friend passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at Barton Woods Assisted Living. She was greeted with the open arms of her Lord in heaven and is now dancing with the love of her life, Harvey. She was 94 years old. Emma Mary Dickman was born on June 14, 1922 in Saginaw to the late Charles “Todd” and Maude (Brown) Dickman. She was a graduate of Saginaw High School, Class of 1939, and then attended Business School. Emma married her high school sweetheart, Harvey D. Bottke on July 25, 1942. After his passing on April 7, 2004 her heart ached for them to be reunited. Emma enjoyed working with children and was employed by the Saginaw Public Schools. She also was a dedicated volunteer at the Millet Learning Center in Bridgeport. Emma and Harvey were members and worshiped together at Zion Lutheran Church and Peace Lutheran Church. Emma was very talented in many areas of crafting, including her love of painting. She also enjoyed her membership with the Saginaw Garden Club. Emma and Harvey were lifetime members of the Germania Club for over 50 years, where they enjoyed bowling and many social activities.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her soul mate for 61 years, Harvey; brother, Charles T. Dickman, Jr; and sister, Bea Martin.
Emma’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of Barton Woods Assisted Living for their kindness and compassion.