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Dennis Yoder Obituary
February 17, 2010
Dennis A. Yoder, 58, of Hamburg, died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family at 9 p.m. Wednesday.
He was the husband of Sallie A. Reppert Yoder. They were married on June 28, 1969, and celebrated 40 years of marriage.
Born in West Reading, he was the son of Maude C. Heckman Yoder, Hamburg, and the late Guy W. Yoder Jr. He was a 1969 graduate of Schuylkill Haven High School.
Dennis owned and operated Dennis A. Yoder Custom Leather, Hamburg, since 1992.
He was a well-known leather craftsman throughout the country. He has acquired and leaves behind many friends.
Dennis was an endowment member of the National Rifle Association; a member of the Hamburg Rifle and Pistol Club, where he served as president for three years; and a member of the Lenhartsville, Port Clinton and Shartlesville fish and game associations. He was also a member of the Ponderosa Hunting Club, Port Clinton.
Surviving, in addition to his wife and mother, are a son, Eric A., husband of Michelle L. Correll Yoder, Port Clinton; a grandson, Toby A. Yoder; and a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, William A. and Anna A. Reppert Neifert, West Brunswick Township.
A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday from Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, with off-street parking in rear. Burial will follow in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. A visitation with the family will be held in the funeral home from noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday. The family suggests memorial contributions may be sent to Hamburg Rifle and Pistol Club, P.O. Box 12, Hamburg, PA 19526.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Yoder
Rocco Mazza
February 13, 2025
Dennis, You would be amazed how often. I think of you. Your name always emerges. When cowboys discuss leather goods. You were a consummate craftsmen, a gentleman and an outstanding Pard.
God Bless!
Blackrock
Rocco Mazza AKA BlackRock
February 13, 2024
Dennis, was one of the iconic characters in the Pa. SASS realm. He was the go to guy for advice and quality leather goods. But Dennis was more than a knowledgeable merchant. His booth was a place to stop and enjoy an interesting conversation. Dennis was always ready with a smile and witty repartee. I miss him and every Topton Match.
God Bless, Rest in Peace.
Rocco
Nota John & Betty
February 24, 2010
Miss Sallie. Please allow us to extend our deepest condolences to you and your family. We are saddened at the loss of a great member of the Cowboy community.
Richard Hoch II
February 24, 2010
I am sorry for our loss. He was a good man & will be missed, Richard C . Hoch & Debi Dreese-Hoch
February 24, 2010
Sallie, I had the pleasure of working with Dennis many years ago at the Willow Lake Argo He was such a lively fun man to be around I can still hear his hearty laugh. He will be missed by all. Sylvia Beury
Cindy
February 24, 2010
Sincere condolences.
February 24, 2010
February 24, 2010
Rhonda & Ernie Spittler
February 24, 2010
Sallie,
Our hearts go out to you and your family during this difficult time. You've been in our prayers since the beginning of Dennis' illness and you will continue to be in our prayers. Know that you will see him again.
Randy and Lisa Yanek
February 23, 2010
Dear Sallie,
We were so saddened to hear about Dennis. We'll always have fond memories of him at Bob and Lisa's picnics. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom & Janice Calandra
February 23, 2010
Sally,
Our sincerest condolences to you and your family.
Dennis will be missed.
February 23, 2010
Please accept my heartfelt condolences.Dennis was a great man and the most skilled craftsman. He and his remarkable skill will be sorely missed.
Arch Laird
Shawn Kelly
February 23, 2010
I was sorry to hear of Dennis passing. I worked with him many years ago at American Argo. We always had a lot of laughs together. He worked there longer than I did and would never hesitate to help me with a machine or answer questions. May God bless his entire family and help them through this difficult time.
Lady Jane & Colt Mansfield
February 22, 2010
No matter how prepared you are for death, you are never ready. May your memories come like a calm river, your pain washed away in its waters, knowing that you will never be alone. His talent made him legend, his offer of patient friendship made him special. You & yours will remain in our thoughts.....
Kristy Brown
February 20, 2010
Sally,
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything that you need please stop in and see me.
Connie & Jim Hiltn
February 20, 2010
Sallie, Dennis will be missed by all fellow Cowboys. everyone who knew him, loved him. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Breed & Silver Dollar
February 20, 2010
so sorry to hear of your lost,Dennis was a true craftsman and will be missed
Whisky Pete and lacey
February 20, 2010
Sallie Dennis was a friend I will never forget. It was an honor to know him. Friends like you both are hard to find. My deepest sympathy and my prayers are wwith you.
Love Hal Walz
February 19, 2010
Our deepest condolences...
Dennis is a special man and will be missed my many.
Dances With Toeshoes & Sgt. Hochbauer
Karen & Mitch
Hal Walz
February 19, 2010
Sallie .. Dennis A friend to remember. I will miss him greatly.My deepest sympathy and my prayers are with you.
Michael Barth
February 19, 2010
Dennis was missed throughout his illness; his passing brings his absence closer to the heart. My sincerest condolences to Sallie and family. Agitatin’
Bill Herbein
February 19, 2010
My sincere condolences. I'll remember his warm & friendly smile and how truely what a good person he was to all. May peace be with him.
Michael Zynski
February 19, 2010
In true cowboy fashion, Dennis made us feel at home from the first time we visited him. He always finished his leatherwork far in advance of the promised date... and his work was superb. We will always be proud to wear the leathers with his maker's mark. Dennis, we will truly miss you. Sallie and Maude, our hearts go out to you. Morgan James and Copper Starr
February 19, 2010
Dear Sally. Our prayers are with you. Dennis is a good man and will be long remembered, God Bless. Stalking Wolf & Ghost Cat.
Tom (Blackhawk) Nickas
February 19, 2010
Sallie, I'm sure that nothing I, nor anyone else, can say will lift the sadness you feel. Please remember however, that time and the good Lord will soften the pain and reinforce the happy memories. Dennis was a great person, a wonderful friend and and outstanding craftsman. He has left his mark both on our sport and on the hearts of his loved ones, friends and many cowboy acquaintences. Someone who is so fondly remembered is never really gone, he's only waiting for us to catch up.
Richard Schroeder
February 19, 2010
Dennis was the nicest man that we had the pleasure of knowing, we will miss seeing him.Sallie we are very sorry for your loss.
Dutch Rich & Linda
Dale Giordano
February 19, 2010
Dennis is the friend that you were always happy to see and spend time with. During this difficult period take comfort in knowing that Dennis lives on in the hearts and minds of all who knew him. Our sincerest condolences. Doreen & Dale
February 19, 2010
Sallie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss Dennis, always the gentleman, who greeted us with "Hands Up!" A great and thoughtful person, everyone was his friend, not just a customer. We will miss his expertise, and our long visits at the shop.
Ragweed & Tin Ear
Chris & Roger de Socarras (Revere, PA)
Bob and Fran Enck
February 19, 2010
Our lives have been deeply enriched by the friendship of Dennis and you, Sallie. We will miss him greatly! Our deepest sympathy to you, Maude, Eric and family.
Black Hills Barb Snyder
February 19, 2010
Anyone that ever met Dennis can probably say that they were made richer by his friendship. Tim and I will miss him terribly. In one meeting it was instant friendship.
Billy Baits
February 19, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I hope we can reunite with him some where down the trail. A finer person as one could know. Billy Baits
donna reppert
February 19, 2010
sorry of your loss
ron and donna reppert
Mark & Melanie Geiger
February 19, 2010
Our deepest sympathies go out to the family. We will always remember Dennis with fondness.
Mark & Melanie Geiger
Ken Keller
February 19, 2010
Our sense of loss is devastating. Please accept our heart-felt condolences. Ken & Frankie
Maria Conlon
February 19, 2010
I will always remember his cheerful greetings and his super bear hugs. He was a gem. Hugs to you, Sallie.
Lady 7
Rocco Mazza
February 19, 2010
Sally,
Please accept my humble condolences for your loss. You and yours are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rocco
Vince Princiotta
February 19, 2010
Good friends are hard to come by. I will miss him. Sally, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult of times.
Meg Snyder
February 19, 2010
Dennis and Sallie have been very good friends of myself and my husband Jody. Dennis was special--always there for his friends. I remember my very first cowboy shoot he and Sallie were the first "Cowboys" I met and he helped me with a borrowed holster that was too large, so that I could shoot. Dennis was always there for a hug and a laugh, always there for everyone around him. His presence is one that cannot be replaced in the cowboy world, and we will remember and love him forever. Sallie, we love you and are always here for you!
Trusty Sidekick
February 19, 2010
Sallie & Maude,
Dennis was a man to "ride the river with". I'm gonna miss him. Know that my prayers are with you.
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