Michael Yurko, age 61, passed away on February 9, 2023, at the Chardon Healthcare Center.  Born June 23, 1961, to Michael and Barbara (nee: Delaney) Yurko Jr.  He was a lifelong Geauga County resident.

Michael loved sports, especially football.  He was an avid sportsman enjoying skeet shooting and fishing.  Mike was also a true animal lover.  His greatest asset was his sense of humor, which he maintained until the end.  He was generous and kind to everyone he encountered.  Michael was an employee of Progressive Insurance for over 20 years.

He is survived by his siblings, Deborah (Ron) Haubert, Elizabeth (Michael) Funka and James (Sandy) Tench; sister-in-law, Terry Yurko and his nieces and nephews.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Barbara and Michael Yurko Jr. and brother, Jeffery L. Yurko  

Visitation for friends and family will be held Thursday, February 16, 2023, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Burr Funeral Home, 116 South Street, Chardon, OH  44024. The funeral service will follow and begin at 4:00 pm. at the funeral home.

The graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 17, 2023, at Maple Hill Cemetery in Munson Twp. OH.

Arrangements made by the Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Chardon, Ohio.

Information and condolences on-line at www.burrservice.com.