AnnaLee Tallman Emery

AnnaLee Tallman Emery, passed away on April 11, 2024. She was the wife of Chester Emery. They shared 65 happy years of marriage together. 

Born in Mineola, New York, she was the daughter of Charles and Pierrina Tallman. She was employed at Smithtown Central School District, supporting the food service organization as both chef and supervisor.

AnnaLee embodied the word “home”. Through her boundless love and affection, she provided warmth, comfort and safety- a home for all those who were lucky enough to have her in their lives. An empathetic listener, there was always a place at her kitchen table for connection and sharing. She used her life experience to support others, always. Her kind open-hearted nature brought such hope, and taught us all how to love. 

She is survived by her husband, Chet, children, LeeAnn & Greg Jacobs, and Doug & Kim Emery; grandchildren, Heather & Dean Ferraro, Heidi & Gordon Jacobs, Holly Emery & Pedro Aldana, Michael Jacobs and Samantha Jacobs; and six great grandkids.

Visitation will be held from 2-6pm on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at St. James Funeral Home, 829 Middle Country Rd, St. James, NY 11780

Interment Monday at 11 am at Pinelawn Memorial Park Cemetery, 2030 Wellwood Avenue, Farmingdale, NY 11735

In lieu of flowers, we ask that you open your heart to others, the way AnnaLee always did, and change the world around you for the better.