EMILY B. SCHETKY, 89,GARDNER EXTRAORDINAIRE, LOVER OF NATURE
Emily (Barber) Schetky died September 14, 2015 after a long illness.
She was 89.
Born in Morristown, NJ on March 10, 1926, she was the daughter of the
late William and Emily (Ranshaw) Barber. She spent most of her life
in Massachusetts, first as a child in Waban, and later, most of her
adult life in Concord and Acton. Many summers were gladly spent in
Annisquam.
Over her years in Acton, she continually extended and improved her
flower beds, much to the delight of passersby.
She is survived by her two sons, Mark Schetky of Townsend and Chris
Lincoln of New York City and Fire Island, and several grandchildren and
great grandchildren.
Although she specifically requested no formal services, you may make a
memorial contribution to one of her favorite charitable organizations,
the Wild Bird Fund, 565 Columbus Avenue, New York, NY 10024