Robert J. Yeager's Obituary
Robert J. Yeager (Bob) 87, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on January 6th, 2024. Beloved husband of 63 years to Gail Yeager (nee Gibson). Loving father of Jeanne Seese (Mark), Janet Hawley (Kurt) and Jill Chorba (Steve). Son of the late John and Elizabeth Yeager. Brother of the late Johanna Meinhardt (Jerry; surviving), Beverly Paoletta (Michael; surviving) and Kathleen DeJesus (Tony; surviving). Dear grandfather to Lauren (Max), Sydney (Philip), Sierra (Curtis), Ryan, Spencer, Jake, Erin, Josh (Caitlynn), Shelby (Tony) and Luke. Great grandfather of Melina Corinne, Jack Robert, Mandy Elise and Kalvin John. Uncle, cousin and friend to many.
Bob was born March 16th, 1936, in Cleveland, Ohio. Growing up he became a DeMolay where he met the love of his life, Gail.
Bob attended General Motors Institute and would later retire from General Motors after 34 years.
Together with his wife, family and friends he enjoyed many camping trips, and outdoor adventures. Taking trips to the family camp in PA was his favorite. He loved playing the accordion and enjoyed listening to music. He loved cars, motorcycles and WWII airplanes. He was a Master Mason at the Parma Lodge and a handyman who could fix anything.
Bob was quiet and humble. He will be dearly missed.
A message to Bob from Gail….
Should you go first and I remain,
One thing I would have you do,
Walk slowly down that long lone path
For soon I’ll follow you.
I’ll want to know each step you take
That I may walk the same,
For someday down that lonely road
I will hear you call my name.
The family would like to thank Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care for their dedicated and compassionate care of Bob.
ALL SERVICES WIII BE PRIVATE.
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