Patrick Hodges

I am saddened to learn of Emanuel's passing. He will be remembered well by us all for his friendly and thoughtful nature as well as his outstanding athleticisim and impeccable sportsmanship.

I extend my heartfelt sympathy and condolences to his many friends and to his family.

 Most sincerely, Patrick Hodges 

Dale Landry

Too soon to adequately reflect on my Brother''s passing,  I along with his other best friend and Brother, Greg Brudniciki, were there to see him and say a prayer before Greg took his body to finalize his physical remains on this earth.  As PJ was one of the remaining best friends during and after our time at Bay High, the amunt of times I visited Panama City coming from Tallahassee, and did not visit with PJ (and Greg) can be counted on one hand.  We three, Greg, PJ and I, had lunch (Oysters) routinely during those visits.  As I type this, Greg called as he is with PJ's family making final arrangements.  We both are dealing with the loss of our Brother, and we will grieve him together (over at least three dozen raw oysters) the next time I am in Panama City.  As I commented in the beginning, I cannot at this time adequatly reflect on his passing as it is so raw.  Fareweill my Brother and I KNOW, I will see you in Glory with the rest of our classmates who have gone ahead and those who will surely follow.  Thank you Ann for posting this and hopefully see many of you at his Celebration of Life in the near future.  God Bless you all!!!

Steve Poirier

PJ was a great friend and a phenomenal athlete.  We played a lot of ball together at Jinks and Bay High.  PJ always had a smile on his face...just very happy go lucky.   He will be missed.  My condolances to his family.

Ralph McElreath