Donald ““Don”” Yurchek

October 17, 1942 - February 12, 2019

Facebook

service

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses - Jefferson

1032 State Route 46

Jefferson, OH 44047

4405766461 |

Sunday 2/17, 2:00 pm

DONALD “DON” YURCHEK, Age 76
10/17/1942 – 2/12/19

Born October 17, 1942 in Cleveland, OH the son of Peter and Margaret Yurchek. He passed away peacefully on February 12, 2019 surrounded by his family. He is very much loved by his wife of 51 years, Billee Ann (Bagi); his four children, Stephanie (Derek) Merkel, Matthew Todd Yurchek, Michelle (Clint) Pettrey, Brian (Britney) Yurchek; grandchildren, Devon Merkel, Tate Yurchek, Paige Yurchek, Bradi Pettrey; his siblings Martha (Carl) McFarland, Gloria (Bob) Diedrich, Evelyn (Randy) Smitko, Marilyn (Rich) Arnold, and Steve (Karen) Yurchek, Ted Schienke (brother-in-law); many nieces, nephews and friends. Donald was preceded in death by his parents and sister Eunice Schienke.

Don was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses on July 30, 1958. Throughout his life he was a hard-worker and never met a stranger. He enjoyed music, dancing, making people laugh, history, motorcycles, cars, gardening, God’s creation and spending time with family. He was an avid Bible student and passionate about telling others about Jehovah God.

A memorial talk will be given in his remembrance on Sunday, February 17, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 1032 State Route 46, Jefferson, OH 44047.

Burr Funeral Home & Cremation Service

Edward Meyer

Drew

Light a candle

Flowers & Gifts

Arrangements starting at $35

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses - Jefferson

1032 State Route 46

Jefferson, OH 44047

4405766461 | Map

Sunday 2/17, 2:00 pm

Send Flowers & Gifts

DONALD “DON” YURCHEK, Age 76 10/17/1942 – 2/12/19 Born October 17, 1942 in Cleveland, OH the son of Peter and Margaret Yurchek. He passed away peacefully on February 12, 2019 surrounded by his family. He is very much loved by his wife of 51 years, Billee Ann (Bagi); his four children, Stephanie (Derek) Merkel, MatthewContinue Reading

See Condolences

Such a great couple...Don and Billie. You had such a great influence on my young in-the-Truth life. I lived across the street from you in Mt. Carmel, next to Lopezes. I cherish those beginning days. Thank you! We will all meet again in the new earth. Whether we walk through or do the underground route, time will tell. Thank you to Don for accepting a rough assignment so that our paths could eventually cross. Love you!

Thank you Uncle Don for your love and friendship thru the year. And for all you have done for my family

Thanks for all the great memories Don. While growing up I will always remember how you joked around and made us laugh.. even your laugh made us laugh. Good memories, Great family, and good advice.. Rest well..See ya soon!

As his cousin- I have known Don my entire life. As an elder cousin, I always looked up to Don- his knowledge of cars and just about any mechanical device. As boys growing up- Don commanded the respect of all of us cousins growing up together. I remember Don mostly as always being good natured, patient, thoughtful and more often than not - laughing. I remember one evening over 50 years ago- he and I moved a load of hay from Denmark to Chardon at night. Don had an old jeep he had managed to get running. It was Winter- it was cold, and the floor boards of the jeep were mostly rusted out. I sat in the passenger seat next to Don and watched the road beneath my feet race by. There were no doors or heater- but he got the load of hay home. Don was committed to his religion. I sat in a Kingdom Hall on numerous occasions and listened to Don give a thoughtful message to all of us. When you look back in time and consider those that moved into and out of your life- Don was a foundational contributor to my personal development. A man who taught goodness by both his words and his actions. Don-you will be deeply missed. Bill Kurple

Thank you Bro Don for all the wonderful memories...from work to play it was always an enjoyable experience. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and offering welcomed advice over the years. Thank you and Billee for having such a wonderful family that is, and always will be part of mine. Until we meet again my friend...Bro Ed

Don is one of the most intelligent, genuine, truly influential people in my life. He made a greater positive effect on my life than he could ever know. He raised a family of exceptional people. I will always love and miss him.

Thank you Don for all the great memories throughout my childhood. Todd and I will always have so many great stories to cherish.

I have been honored to know Mr /Donald ( papa Don) such a very intelligent , very cultured and big hearted gentelman . I wish i knew him earlier I will miss you so much and hope your sole is resting in peace in another world better than ours . We will alwys love you