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Traverse City Record-Eagle February 22, 2005 Syleesha Tyra Yannett Died February 5, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Her creator took our beloved angel, Syleesha Tyra Yannett, home Feb. 5, 2005. Services were held Feb. 11 in Sanders, Ariz., at 10 a.m. at the Church of the Nazarene. Pastor Henry Chase officiated. Internment took place in the New-Lands Cemetery. She is survived by her father, Kevin D. Yannett of the Grand Traverse Band and mother, Latany Yazzie of the Navajo Nation; grandparents, Helen Johnson of Houck, Ariz., Donald G Yannett Sr. of Peshawbestown, Sherry Yazzie of Sanders Ariz., and Virgil Yazzie of Ft. Defiance, Ariz.; pallbearers were Edward Yannett and Evan Yazzie. Rollie Mortuary in Gallup, N.M., handled all arrangements. Syleesha passed on her way after complications brought on by meningitis. In her short life she was an inspiration to all who had the privilege of making her acquaintance, or had witnessed her smile. She was born on Sept. 21, 2004, at the Gallup Indian Medical Center. All family and friends will hold her passing in memory. A special thanks to all family and friends for the prayers, blessings and support. Your sympathy, love and kind words shall never be forgotten, may the creator bless you all! Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 6, 2005 WOODLAND PARK, Colo. - Harlan D. Yeager, 92, of Woodland Park, Colo., formerly of the Sun City West, Ariz., Traverse City and Ann Arbor passed away on Jan. 1, 2005, in the company of family members and caregivers. His Heavenly Father blessed him with good health and a sharp mind to the very end of his life. United with his Lord and beloved wife of 62 years, Lucy, may Harlan's eternal life abundantly exceed his earthly life. He was born on April 1, 1912, in Legonier, Ind., to Albert E. and Cannie C. (Ford) Yeager. He married Lucille A. Sondern on July 11, 1936, in Evansville, Ind. Together they leave a legacy with three children, John A. Yeager of Traverse City, Richard L. Yeager of La Porte, Minn. and Carol S. Warren of Woodland Park, Colo.; plus seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, three sisters and his loving wife. Harlan helped to form and eventually owned Auto Parts Company, Inc. of Ann Arbor. After selling the business and retiring in 1967, he and Lucille moved to Scottsdale, Ariz., and then to the Sun City area, where they resided during the winter months, while enjoying their summers on beautiful Lake Leelanau near Cedar. Eventual full time residency in Sun City West, Ariz., in 1997 was followed by their 2003 relocation to Colorado. A man who shared his good fortune with the communities and institutions that touched his life; he will also be remembered for his affiliations and contributions to the Ann Arbor Exchange Club, BPO Elks, the Masons and the Shriners. Internment will be at Forest Home Cemetery in Milwaukee, Wis. A summer memorial service at Omena Presbyterian Church is planned and notice will be given. Contributions in memory of Harlan D. Yeager may be made to your charity of choice. Contact may be made with the family through Legacy.com in the Guest Book. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 13, 2005 LIVONIA - Margrette W. Yockey, 83, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2005. She was a long-time Livonia resident and beloved wife of the late William E. Yockey; dear mother of Robert (Becky) and Gary (Chris); and beloved grandmother of Alex, Andy, Tom, Stacie, David and Danielle. Also surviving are several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was also the dearest sister of Jean Medwid and Stan Bailey. The family will receive friends Friday, Jan. 14, from 3 to 8 p.m., at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 3700 Six Mile Road, Livonia, MI; (734) 591-3700. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 15, at 11 a.m., also at the funeral home. Donations can be sent to the Alzheimer's Association North/West Michigan Chapter, 1040 Walnut St., Traverse City, MI 49686. Traverse City Record-Eagle January 14, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Margrette W. Yockey, 83, of Traverse City, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2005, at Grand Traverse Pavilions. She was a long-time Livonia resident and beloved wife of the late William E. Yockey; dear mother of Robert (Becky) and Gary (Chris); and beloved grandmother of Alex, Andy, Tom, Stacie, David and Danielle. Also surviving are several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was also the dearest sister of Jean Medwid and Stan Bailey. The family will receive friends today, Jan. 14, from 3 to 8 p.m., at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 3700 Six Mile Road, Livonia, MI; (734) 591-3700. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 15, at 11 a.m., also at the funeral home. Donations can be sent to the Alzheimer's Association North/West Michigan Chapter, 1040 Walnut St., Traverse City, MI 49686. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle March 2, 2005 Obituaries ROBERT C. YOUNG JR., 34, of Mancelona, died Tuesday, March 1, 2005, at his home. Visitation will take place on Friday, March 4, 2005, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Mancelona Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 5, at 2 p.m., also at the funeral home. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 25, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Walter J. Younglas, 77, of Traverse City, died Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2005. He was born March 19, 1927, in Sault Saint Marie, to Peter and Elfia (DeTour) Younglas. He married Lucille Korson on May 17, 1952, at St. Wenceslaus Church in Gills Pier. Walter graduated from St. Francis High School in 1946. He had been a resident of Traverse City since 1927, and was employed with Cherryland Electric for 28 years. He also worked as a cost accountant. He was a veteran of World War II and the Korean War. Walter is survived by eight sisters-in-law, Mrs. Clarence (Julia) Rieger of Traverse City, Miss Philomena Korson of Grand Rapids, Mrs. John (Bernadine) Gallagher Sr. of Cedar, Mrs. John (Catherine) McLenithan of Rapid River, Mrs. Gary (Emma) Gallagher of Traverse City, Mrs. Ray (Helen) Galla of Lake Leelanau, Mrs. Thomas (Magdalen) Gavin of Grand Rapids and Miss Ann Korson of Grand Rapids; three brothers-in-law, Philip (Joan) Korson of Lake Leelanau, Martin (Phyllis) Korson of Suttons Bay and Sylvester (Marie) Korson of Suttons Bay; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held today, Feb. 25, 2005, at the Covell Funeral Home in Traverse City, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., with a rosary to be prayed at 7:30 p.m. A funeral Mass will be held Saturday, Feb. 26, 2005, at 11 a.m., at St. Francis Catholic Church in Traverse City. Burial will take place at Oakwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Father Fred Foundation or Mass Intentions Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz |