I am so very sorry to hear of David's passing. He was always a good friend and neighbor  across the street. I will always remember his amazing museum of political memorabilia and was especially touched by an arrangement of mums inside a pumpkin that he gave me one fall. 
He was a good person ♥️
Lynn (Kruger) Byrne

My deepest sympathy to David’s family. Dale is correct, we were a very tight knit family / neighborhood when we were all kids. Lots of wonderful memories.  Back in the 60’s and early 70’s I remember David had huge political ambitions and was very active in all things government. The Nixon and Carter years. God Bless everyone over the immense span of time. Dale, Tim, Joyce, Cathy, Laurie, Mike, and my awesome sister Lynn. Life is short, enjoy every day and live your best life each day. ❤️

Dave and I met over 25 years ago through my job as archivist at the Reagan Library.  I only saw him in once in person here at the Library when he visited but we talked at least very few months over the years.  He was such a fan and collector of Nancy Reagan memorabilia and especially photos.  I really will miss his sense of humor, sharp wit and our discussions of the the First Lady and Presidents in general. He was such an expert on the First Ladies and the inner workings of the White House.  

Rest in Peace my friend

David and I grew up as neighbors in our tight knit neighborhood, and I considered him my best friend.  We spent hours carefully constructing scrapbooks of articles about world leaders that he had cut from newspapers.  We built our own space ship from a giant cardboard box, and made a banner proudly displayed in the front yard to congratulate Apollo 11.  We wrote a play we hoped to produce, and surreptitiously stashed props in my parents attic.  From softball games in the back yard to applying for the same job, we shared a lot of growing up together.  You are missed, my friend.  Dale Burgener

I am very sad to say goodbye to Dave.  I will miss seeing him at Benfield Gallery, where he often showed up with a smile and a little handful of snacks for us to choose from.  He said not showing up empty handed was something he learned from his father.  It was part of his charm.  This will be my third Christmas season at Benfield, but my first without having Dave's help designing and installing the Christmas window.  He will certainly be on my mind this holiday season and in years to come as well.  Goodbye Dave and Merry Christmas.

Dave, Was a wonderful co-worker.  Although Dave and I only worked a short time together for the Department of Defense, we became good friends through our love for the Christmas Holiday.

Dave shared so many wonderful memories with me about his time volunteering and decorating the White and Blair Houses.  It was doing these times that he introduced me to the White House Christmas ornaments,  and through his love for the ornaments I to have become a collector as well.

Thanks Dave for the small times we share together, you were a good friend.

Rest in peace
Deborah Belo

My dearest friend, you will be missed more than you could realize by many many people. Rest in peace, Love Noreen

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Bruce F. Emge

Timothy J. Emge & Kimberlie

Joyce E. Emge & Robin Kasemeyer

Daniel G. Emge

Wilbur Emge (Norma Emge)

Aneta Clipper Emge

David leaves behind several Nieces,nephews, great-nieces and great nephews.

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David R. Emge

20 September, 1953 – 12 November, 2023

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