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Emily Kocis Obituary

Emily Brown Kocis Mt. Pleasant - Emily Elizabeth Brown Kocis, of Mount Pleasant, SC passed from this life, of peritoneal mesothelioma cancer, on January 7, 2017 to be with our Lord forever. She fought courageously for two and a half years. Emily is survived by her husband Bradley Farrington Kocis and their daughter Elizabeth Ryan (3 years). Born on October 4, 1988 in Mount Pleasant, SC to Jack and Ellen Brown, Emily was raised in Greer, SC and graduated from Riverside High School and the University of South Carolina with a BA in Business Administration. She was an active member of Chi Omega Fraternity. She and Brad were married on November 5, 2011. She was a devout Christian. Of all her accomplishments in her 28 short years, her greatest accomplishment by far was the birth of her daughter Elizabeth. Emily was compassionate, loving, and graceful. She was born to be a mother and she loved her daughter and husband Brad with her entire being. She has left an inspirational legacy of strength, dignity, grace, and perseverance that will live on through her family, her beautiful daughter, her loving husband, and the large community of people she touched with her story. Emily was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Ryan and Thelma Graham of Newberry, SC. In addition to her husband, daughter and parents, Emily is survived by many close relatives and innumerable friends. These include her two brothers Phillip Brown of Los Angeles and Schuyler Brown of Greenville; her paternal grandparents, Donald and Ida Brown of Vallejo, CA; her in-laws, Robert and Melinda Kocis of Greer; her sister-in-law Megan Epps (McNeil) of Greenville, and brother-in-law Andrew Kocis of Chicago - and her niece (Goddaughter) and nephew - Charlotte and Patrick Epps of Greenville. A Celebration of Emily's Life will be held at Covenant United Methodist Church, 1310 Old Spartanburg Road, Greer, SC 29650 on Friday January 20, 2017 at 3pm. In lieu of flowers, there are two methods to honor Emily. Please direct gifts to The Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation in tribute to Emily at www.curemeso.org under Donations / Tribute Wall (click here for online link). Additionally, a fund has been established for Elizabeth's future at Morgan Stanley, Attention Karen Kneeland, 1111 Military Cutoff Rd., Suite 101, Wilmington, NC, 28405 Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jan. 17 to Jan. 18, 2017.

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Jack Gaudion

February 13, 2017

My heart breaks for you and your family Jack.

Having left SC 40 years ago I was never blessed with the opportunity to spend any time with Emily, her brothers and your wonderful wife Emily. Having just learned of Emily's passing please accept my apology for not having been more supportive of my best childhood friend.

May God Bless your family with peace in knowing that Emily has been called to heaven and is watching over your family.

I miss you my friend.....

Darrell M. Brannon

February 6, 2017

Brad, I have beautiful memories of you and Emily on Chi O social event nights. Emily was a precious young lady. My sincerest condolences to you and Elizabeth.

Kim Taylor

February 1, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers have been with all of you. Emily was a very special and strong young lady...and an incredible insurance woman! I continue to be inspired by her determination and positive energy. I am so very thankful she passed through our office and our lives on her life journey. Love and Peace to you all.

Richard Hardaway

January 21, 2017

To the Jack Brown Family - Though I did not personally know Emily -- after the Celebration of Life Service last Friday -- I felt I actually knew Emily.

My sincerest of condolences go out to the Brown Family. I know the world is a better place because of Emily Brown Kocis.

Sincerely -

Richard Stewart Hardaway
Greenville SC

I.P.

January 21, 2017

To the family & friends of Emily Brown Kocis
I wanted to say that I was sorry to hear of your loss. I truly hope that you are able to find joy in your fond memories of her. How comforting it is that God keeps in his memory those who are precious (Psalm 116:15) to him, promising them life once more.

Jan Lee (formerly Schaus)

January 20, 2017

Dear Ellen and Jack:. I never knew Emily as a grown up woman with a family of her own. I still remember that cute quiet sweet girl on our Pelham Falls swim team who would try everything and do her best for her team. With her personality and ambition, I knew she would grow up to be successful with great parents showing her the way. I can't imagine the loss you must feel and her young family as well. My sincerest condolences to you and all her family.

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Gene, Lisa& Emily Connors

January 18, 2017

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Jane Mercer

January 18, 2017

You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Kim and Phillip Brown

January 18, 2017

Ellen and Jack, our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Wishing you peace during this challenging time.

Linda Lee

January 18, 2017

Brad, Elizabeth and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Emily was a true inspiration - her courage and strength are rare. It was an honor to have worked with Emily - she will be missed.

Michelle Trindade

January 17, 2017

You would always encounter such a positive and uplifting person in Emily. While our time together as mentor/mentee was for a season, I learned so much and especially watching your strength and determination. You adored Brad, your family and made decisions that put them above any professional dream you had. Such an unbelievable mom you became. It was my privilege to have time with you to talk about your dreams. Prayers for peace and strength to your family

Sue Preston

January 17, 2017

Sending condolences to Emily's family in this very sad time

Barbara Barlow

January 17, 2017

Brad, Melinda, and Jack,

My sincere sympathy for your loss.

Barbara Barlow

Amber Roberson

January 17, 2017

Brad, Ellie, and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Emily was such inspiration and I was very blessed to not only have known her but to call her my friend. She will truly be missed!

Norman Scarborough

January 17, 2017

Brad, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your lovely, talented wife. Please know that you and your entire family are in our prayers.

Frances / Pete Thompson

January 17, 2017

Ellen and Jack, our hearts are heavy with your recent loss. We want you to know that your family will be in our prayers.

Ken and Melody Bowers

January 17, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the Kocis family. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort in the loving memories that are forever held in your hearts.

Pamela Phillips

January 17, 2017

So very sorry to hear of Emily's passing. Emily fought so hard and was such an inspiration to me. She was so beautiful inside and out.
May her family feel her presence forever❤

Terry Davidson

January 17, 2017

Rest In Peace sweet Emily! Your beautiful heart and soul will forever be remembered as your soul will forever live through your beautiful daughter! May God give you serenity and peace! Hugs! ❤❤❤

Davidson Family ❤❤❤

Margaret Chapman

January 17, 2017

Ellen you are in our thoughts and our hearts.

Bob and Chris Stalnaker

January 17, 2017

Our deepest sympathy to the family. Emily was an inspiration to many because of her strong faith and courageous battle with cancer. Praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Jason

January 17, 2017

Such a sweet family. Will be praying for you all.

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