Bernie Yonkovitz
April 28, 1947 - October 06, 2023
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Bernie Yonkovitz
April 28, 1947 - October 06, 2023
Obituary
Bernie Yonkovitz, 76, of Hanover Twp., passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023 in his residence.
Born April 28, 1947 in West Homestead, he was the son of the late Paul and Anna (Corbian) Yonkovitz. He worked as an engineer for American Airlines and loved the outdoors. He was a member of NACE (National Association of Corrosion Engineers) and ASM (American Society of Metals).
He is survived by his loving wife, Carol Diane (Hudock) Yonkovitz; his 2 daughters, Cassia Spring and Tracey (Jeremy Duggan) Barber; his 3 grandchildren, Brittnee Yonkovitz and Aiden and Maddison Duggan; his mother-in-law; his sisters-in law and brothers-in-law; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his 2 brothers, Paul and Arthur Yonkovitz.
Friends will be received on Thursday, October 12th from 2-4pm and 6-8pm in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SVCS. INC- 117 Blackhawk Rd., Chippewa Twp-www.gabauerfamilyfuneralhomes.com where prayers will be held on Friday, October 13th at 10:00am followed by a mass of Christian burial at 10:30am at St. Monica Roman Catholic Church of St. Augustine Parish- 116 Thorndale Dr., Beaver Falls PA 15010. Fr. John Naugle will officiate.
Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in Bernie’s name to the DAV – Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301.
Visitation
- Date & Time: October 12, 2023 (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
- Venue: Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
- Location: 117 Blackhawk Rd Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (724) 846-4500
Visitation
- Date & Time: October 12, 2023 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
- Venue: Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
- Location: 117 Blackhawk Rd Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (724) 846-4500
Mass of Christian Burial
- Date & Time: October 13, 2023 (10:30 AM)
- Venue: St. Monica's Roman Catholic Church Of St. Augustine Parish
- Location: 116 Thorndale Drive Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
DAV- Disabled American Veterans
- Address: P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301
10 responses to Bernie Yonkovitz
Craig Yuvan says:
October 10, 2023
Carol, you have my condolences over your loss. L was honored to have Bernie as a personal and work friend. Thing I learned from him I still pass onto people. He was a special person.
Dee Holmes says:
October 10, 2023
My deepest sympathy and condolences to you, Carol. Peace to you.
Sean Kinne says:
October 16, 2023
Carol I want to tell you how special Uncle Bernie was to me. He taught me so many things that still influence my life today. He was generous with his money, time, and his knowledge. A good man through and through.
Cassia Yonkovitz says:
October 16, 2023
Dad, I will miss you so very much! Love your daughter, Cassia
Brittnee Yonkovitz says:
October 16, 2023
Pappy, I want to thank you for all of your advice through the years. Our conversations will remain a wonderful memory. I miss you. Love Always, Britt