Emma L. Bain, age 82, died suddenly at her home in Oak Harbor on July 19.

She was born April 18, 1933, in Munchen, Germany, and was raised there.

While she was dating an American soldier, she met another soldier, Allen Bain. Emma and Allen fell in love and were married in Dachau, Germany, on April 13, 1957. Allen had to extend his tour of duty to allow Emma to obtain her papers to travel to the United States.

Allen completed three tours in Vietnam and Emma stayed stateside, living first in Minnesota and then in Sumner, Wash., where the winters were easier. She did not enjoy the winters of Minnesota. Emma and Al returned to Germany for two additional tours prior to his retirement at Fort Ord, Calif., in 1977. In 1981, Emma and Al moved to Oak Harbor.

Emma loved maintaining her yard as a showplace. She loved her cat and dogs. Emma was an avid fisherwoman, fishing for salmon at LaPush and trout fishing at Baker Lake.

Emma is survived by her husband, Allen. She was preceded in death by her parents; by her son, Michael Bain; and by four brothers and four sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., July 25, at Wallin Funeral Home, Oak Harbor, with Pastor Randy Beumer officiating. Please visit Emma’s page in the Book of Memories at www.wallinfuneralhome.com to share memories and condolences.