EDMONTON, Ky. (WBKO) — A statue honoring Judge Tom Emberton will be unveiled Nov. 2 at the Metcalfe County Courthouse.

The Edmonton-Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce announced the life-size bronze sculpture, created by internationally recognized Kentucky sculptor Amanda Matthews, will depict Emberton in his judicial robes holding the U.S. Constitution.

Judge Emberton, a longtime statesman and community leader, dedicated his life to serving his country, the commonwealth, and Metcalfe County.

“I feel like I learned something more from Tom Emberton: how to carry oneself with honor, grace, and dignity…he exemplified the qualities to which all public officials should aspire,” said Chief Justice (Ret.) Laurance VanMeter.

Emberton tragically died in 2022 when a fire broke out at his home.

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