Emma Lucille Buehler, 80, of Twentynine Palms, Calif., a longtime resident of Orcas Island, passed away on May 27, 2006, after a seven-month battle with leukemia.

Emma and her husband Fritz moved to Orcas Island in 1959. Together they ran the hardware store until they sold it; then she continued to work at the Orcas store for many years.

In 1991 Emma moved to California to be with her identical twin, Blanche Guilford. They enjoyed a wonderful 15 years together — dressing alike, playing bingo and doing all the things sisters enjoy together. It was very hard to tell Emma and Blanche apart and they loved every minute of it.

Mom is finally at home now with her Lord and Redeemer. She will always be remembered for her wonderful smile and her wish for everyone to be at peace.

Emma was preceded in death by her husband Fritz. She is survived by her son Greg (and Janet) Buehler of Mukilteo; son Grant Buehler of Lakeside, Mont., son Carl (and Robbie) Buehler of Lakeside, sister Blanche Guilford of Twentynine Palms, California., brother Bill (and June) Brosch of Spencerport, N.Y., and nine grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests cards, memories, and prayers through Greg at 10619 Marine View Drive, Mukilteo, WA 98275, or greg@thebuehlers.com