Shirley Emerson, 76, of West Swanzey died May 19, 2003 at Cheshire Medical Center in Keene following a lengthy illness. Mrs. Emerson was born on June 5, 1926 in Canterbury, NH the daughter of the late Charles and Nancy Dyke. She was the widow of Cleon L. Emerson. Family members include; one son, Michael Emerson of Marlborough, NH; a stepdaughter, Brenda Lupien of Lakeland, Florida; four grandchildren; three great grandchildren; one brother, Frank Dyke of Enfield; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the American Cancer Society, 360 Route 101, Unit 501, Bedford, NH 03110.