David G. Yanko, Jr.

Sept 1, 1928 • Dec. 3, 1998

David Geza Yanko, Jr., age 70, of Alan Road. South Bend, departed from this life On Thursday, Dec. 3, 1998. in his residence after fighting a long illness. David retired from RACO ds a tool and die maker after 44 years of ser-vice in 1992. He was born on Sept. 1. 1928. in South Bend, to the late Helen and David Geza Yanko, Sr. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Mary Orban: David has been a dedicated husband to Rita T (Lubinski), who survives. whom he lovingly married on June 24. 1950, in St. Adalbert Catholic Church.

He was a wonderful father to his surviving son. Brian (Debbie) Yanko of Versailles. Kentucky; and two daughters. Annemarie (James A.) Phelps of South Bend and Beth Ann (Clint) Fuller of North Liberty. He was a wonderful Grandpa to Rachel and Emily Yanko of Versailles. Kentucky, Michelle and Alan Kajzer of North Liberty, and Carl and Grace Fuller of North Liberty. He was also a great brother to his surviving sisters, Helen (Steve) Solnoky of South Bend, Anne (Phil) Cappert and Irene Mindykowski, both of Mishawaka, and Betty (David) Blosser of South Bend  David also loved his in-laws. John (Esther) Lubinski, Eileen Lesher and the late Bernard (Marilyn) Lubinski, all of South Bend 

David was a member of the Crumstown Conservation Club, he served his country in the Korean Conflict, and was an usher for Our Lady of Hungary Church, and RACO Retirees Club. He enjoyed his family friends, hunting, fishing, gardening, laughter and shopping at Meijers, 

Precious memories of David will remain in the hearts of his family and everyone who knew him.  Funeral services will be at Our Lady of Hungary Church on Monday, Dec. 7, 1998, at 10 am., with Rev. Thomas Lemos officiating Friends may visit at St. Joseph Funeral Home on Sample Street from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 6, 1998. A combined Rosary will be said at 7 p.m Sunday by the parish and the usher's club.

Sources: Ancestry.com, Newspapers.com, and FindAGrave.com

11/12/2023 EJS

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