Obituary of Emily Palmer

Emily Marie Palmer, K.C.

With a sense of peace for a life well-lived, her family announces the passing of Emily Marie Palmer, which occurred in Sussex, NB, on September 11, 2024. 

Born in 1949 in Woodstock, NB, she was the daughter of the late John W. Smith and Helen (Grant) Smith. 

For 34 years, with fierce determination, Emily proudly served her clients and community as a lawyer in Sussex, NB, before retiring in 2016. She received her Bachelor of Arts from St. Thomas University;  Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of New Brunswick and given recognition as Queen’s Counsel in 2003 for her commitment to the legal profession. She was a member of the Sussex Baptist Church, a past mayor and deputy mayor of the Town of Sussex, as well as past chairman of District 18 School Board. A loyal monarchist all her life, she was past president and member of Sir Leonard Tilley Chapter, IODE, and Royal Chapter IODE. 

Emily was devoted to her family and one of her greatest joys was the birth of her grandchildren, Kieran and Alex, in 2012. Emily loved her family and will be remembered for her warm smile and generous spirit.

Emily is survived by her husband, R. Anthony (Tony) Palmer; her son, The Honourable Judge R. Andrew Palmer (Cynthia J. Benson); her grandchildren, Kieran J. Palmer and Alexandra (Alex) E. Palmer; her brother, Dean H. Smith (Carol); her sisters, Brenda P. Case (Hayward), Hilda M. Foster (Stephen), and Patsy E. Harten (Richard); and her sisters-in-law, Gay Campbell (Richard) and Barbara Smith.

In addition to her parents, Emily was predeceased by her brothers, Hedley W. Smith, Hugh J. Smith, and Gary C. Smith. 

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176) with visitation on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, from 2-4pm and 6-8pm. A Funeral Service will take place at Sussex Baptist Church on Wednesday, September 25, 2024  at 1pm. Interment will take place in Fredericton, NB at a later time.

Donations made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of New Brunswick, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family. Donations and personal condolences to the family may be made through www.wallacefuneralhome.com