Emede Silva, 86, of Helena, OH passed away on January 16, 2023 at his home. He was born on January 17, 1936 in Conception, TX the son of Guadalupe and Marcela (Salinas) Silva. He married Maria C. Castillo on August 2, 1959 at St. Joseph Catholic Church and she preceded him in death on April 30, 2017. Emede worked at Whirlpool Corp. for thirty-eight years in the weld set-up department until he retired. Emede was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the Guadalupe Society. He loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and playing the guitar and singing.
Emede is survived by his children, Linda (David) Rathbun, Monroeville, OH, Emede Silva, Jr., and George Silva both of Helena; grandchildren, Anna Drown, Rachel, Brittany and Michael Rathbun; great-grandchildren, Tyler, Cody and Katelyn Drown; siblings, Louis Silva and Hortancia “Tensha” Portales.
He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Deanna Silva; siblings, John (Stellas) Silva, Jose Maria (Mary) Silva, Angela (Juan) Silva, Jose (Mary) Silva, Nicolas (Beatrice) Silva Mauricio (Julia) Silva, Manuel Silva and brother-in-law, Jesus Portales.
The family would like to thank Dean Silva and the staff at ProMedica Hospice for their kind care for their father.
Visitation: Thursday, January 19, 2023 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E State St., Fremont, OH.
Mass of Christian Burial: Friday, January 20, 2023; 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 709 Croghan St., Fremont, OH
Burial: St. Joseph Cemetery, Fremont
Memorials: Sandco Industries
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Cynthia A Macleod
I had the privilege to meet Ed, while I was caring for Emede and George. Your father was such a nice and caring individual, we had many conversations about Our Lord and I know he is rejoicing in his presence.
My condolences go out to each of you, it’s hard to say goodbye but with Ed ….it’s until we meet again.
Conrad S Valle Jr
My deepest condolences to Emede’s family and loved ones. We used to work together at Whirlpool on the basket lines. I formed and punched the holes in the basket and he would weld the post in the middle of the basket. I left in 1971. He was always a good guy. I would see him on occasions when we went to Fremont or Gibsonburg. May he Rest In Peace and may eternal light shine upon him.
Becki
To: Linda (David) Rathbun and Family
Emede Jr. Silva, George Silva
We send our condolences to all the family. Uncle Emede was a great man here on earth and he will be missed. The greatest is that he is now at his new home in God’s Kingdom. What beauty and splendor he is experiencing now! We pray for all family and friends to receive God’s, Peace, Grace, and Strength during this time and in the days to come.
Love,
Marv and Becki Silva Wagner
Nathan Wagner and Family
Dannielle Silva Ruppert & Family.
To the children & grandchildren of Emede,
Uncle Ed was a great man filled with love and presence from the Lord. I always enjoyed visiting with him when he would come over to visit my grandfather, his brother; John ( & Stella) Silva. Always full of humor & great stories about our Lord. We also got the privilege of hearing his talent in playing the guitar.
A funny story I’ll share from years ago.
We always thought brother’s Ed & John strongly resembled each other.
My grandparents used to babysit my boys when I was at work. When my now 19 year old was just a little boy, maybe 4 years old? … he would always bring my grandpa his slippers when he got home.
One day, my grandpa wasn’t home yet, & Uncle Ed stopped by to visit.
My little boy Gabe ran to get the slippers & took them to Uncle Ed thinking he was his grandpa due to their uncanny resemblance. When my grandpa did return home, Gabe was confused & ran to my Grandma (Stella). There is two of them he said! Haha Always a cute & funny story we will remember.
May you all feel comfort in knowing he is with his family in his eternal home until we meet again.
God Bless you all.