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Michele Emerson Risk
Born: 05/28/1955
Died: 11/29/2008
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Michele Emerson Risk

            Risk, Michele Emerson age 53 of Green Twp., NJ died at home in Green Twp., on Friday evening November 28th. Born in Weehawken, NJ she had lived in Union City and Fort Lee, NJ for many years. Michele had also resided in Hopatcong for eighteen years before moving to Green Twp. in 2001.             Daughter of the late John and Helen (Balinski) Emerson, Michele was a graduate of the Academy of the Holy Angels High School in Demarest, NJ class of 1973, she was later graduated from Rutgers University formerly College in 1978 receiving her BA degree.             A devout parishioner and CCD Teacher with the Good Shepherd RC Church Andover, she was also an active member of the Green Twp. PTA. Mrs. Risk was a devoted and dedicated wife and mother, serving as the Coach of the “Highland Phantom Runners” Soccer team Andover, NJ.             Pre deceased by her brother John Emerson, she is survived by her beloved husband of twenty five years Robert S. Risk, as well as her twin sons Jon R. and Shane A. Risk both at home. Michele is also survived by her brother Dennis Emerson of Bound Brook, her mother in law Mary and husband Al Delpan of Clifton, as well as her cousins Gloria, Charlie, Chris and Carly Hengartner all of Middletown, NJ.               A funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday December 3rd., 2008 at 10:00 AM in the Good Shepherd RC Church Rt. 517 Andover, NJ. Visitation will be held Tuesday December 2,   from 2-4 and 7-9 PM in the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home #156 Main St. Newton, NJ 07860. In lieu of flowers memorials in Michele’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society Northwest Region Cedar Knolls #7 Ridgedale Ave. Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927, www.cancer.org .             Risk, Michele Emerson age 53 of Green Twp., NJ died at home in Green Twp., on Friday evening November 28th. Born in Weehawken, NJ she had lived in Union City and Fort Lee, NJ for many years. Michele had also resided in Hopatcong for eighteen years before moving to Green Twp. in 2001.             Daughter of the late John and Helen (Balinski) Emerson, Michele was a graduate of the Academy of the Holy Angels High School in Demarest, NJ class of 1973, she was later graduated from Rutgers University formerly College in 1978 receiving her BA degree.             A devout parishioner and CCD Teacher with the Good Shepherd RC Church Andover, she was also an active member of the Green Twp. PTA. Mrs. Risk was a devoted and dedicated wife and mother, serving as the Coach of the “Highland Phantom Runners” Soccer team Andover, NJ.             Pre deceased by her brother John Emerson, she is survived by her beloved husband of twenty five years Robert S. Risk, as well as her twin sons Jon R. and Shane A. Risk both at home. Michele is also survived by her brother Dennis Emerson of Bound Brook, her mother in law Mary and husband Al Delpan of Clifton, as well as her cousins Gloria, Charlie, Chris and Carly Hengartner all of Middletown, NJ.               A funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday December 3rd., 2008 at 10:00 AM in the Good Shepherd RC Church Rt. 517 Andover, NJ. Visitation will be held Tuesday December 2,   from 2-4 and 7-9 PM in the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home #156 Main St. Newton, NJ 07860. In lieu of flowers memorials in Michele’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society Northwest Region Cedar Knolls #7 Ridgedale Ave. Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927, www.cancer.org .
 
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We will always remember Michele and her passion for cheering on her son in Summer Select Soccer, we spent many times together on the sidelines and her love for both her sons was very evident.God Bless the whole Risk family,John and Shane, you will always have your mom with you and cheering you on.
Ann and John Morgan
Michele was always giving of herself and her time, no matter how busy she was she always made extra time to cook (more than what was needed) and to volenteer! She was an icon at all soccer and wrestling functions, always there to support her kids and their team members! Our hearts go out to her family during these troubled times.
Therisa Campbell
My sincerest condolences to the entire Risk Family on the loss of your beloved, Michele. I can only hope that this past Thanksgiving, the family had the opportunity to share the love of the family with Michele, and reflect on wonderful memories.
Jean Gurney, MMH J1
Our sincere condolences are with you and your family. We extend our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time and know that we are all thinking of your family. John, Sandy, Ryan and Sean Tracy (from Newton Wrestling)
John and Sandy Tracy

sue Mihail
Bob, Shane and Jon, our hearts go out to you. Michele will be greatly missed by everyone. She touched so many lives you were her pride and joy. You could always tell how much she loved her family. Always know that we are here for you guys no matter what.We love you guys! Tom, Sue, Stephen
sue Mihail
Please know that our family is deeply saddened by the untimely loss of your wife and mother. You are all in our prayers. Michele was a wonderful person and will be missed by many. Sincerely, The Schlereth Family Harry,Amy,Rebecca,Adam&Anna
Amy Schlereth
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