"I'm saddened to learn about the passing of the Hon. Tom Emberton, Sr., who had a distinguished career as a public servant in the Commonwealth and was a gubernatorial candidate in 1971. Throughout his lifetime, he served his fellow man starting with a four-year tour of duty in the United States Air Force. After his military service, he found fulfillment serving his fellow Kentuckians in several political positions including as an executive assistant to Gov. Louie B. Nunn, and as a judge on the Kentucky Court of Appeals. His fellow judges elected him as Chief Judge on the Appeals Court, where he continued to serve with pride and dignity until his retirement. His leadership and thoughtfulness will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family."