1961
2023
Charles Yurkin, 62, of Hanover Twp. passed away Tuesday June 20, 2023, at his residence.
Born April 11, 1961, in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late Charles and Susan Opet Yurkin.
After graduating from West Side Tech High School he served his country proudly in both the U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force. Charles then went on to become a correctional officer at SCI Mahanoy City.
Charles attended St. Faustina Parish, Nanticoke, and was an active member of American Legion Post 609, Hanover Twp.
Surviving are his children, Janele, Kendalyn and Charles Yurkin; sisters, Helen Yurkin and Joanie Metzger; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life with military honors will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday at Earl W. Lohman Funeral Home Inc., 14 W. Green St., Nanticoke.
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Sponsored by Earl W Lohman Funeral Home.
David
June 27, 2023
It was a pleasure to know and work along side Chuck. His dedication to his country and his always positive personality, made a huge impact on all those around him. Thoughts and prayers to his family-He will be greatly missed.
A Friend
June 27, 2023
20+ years together in the military,I´ll treasure the memories. Have a peaceful journey my friend. My condolences to his family.
Ellen Nicholas
June 26, 2023
So sorry for your family´s loss. chuck was a great guy.
John Keenan
June 26, 2023
I am saddened by this news. I haven´t seen Chuck for quite some time so this came as a bit of a surprise. I will remember Chuck first for being a good and loyal martial arts student and being one of only two students that I ever promoted to black belt rank. R.I.P.
Chuck!
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Alice Devers
June 25, 2023
I am very saddened to hear of Chuck´s passing. My husband John and him use to carpool to work when my husband was alive. Chuck got me everything my husband had left in his locker and kept me informed of how much my husband was missed. I know now they´ll all be missing Chuck. My condolences to his family.
Charles Umphred
June 25, 2023
Although I haven´t seen Chuck in several years I have many wonderful "dojo" memories from the 80s. My condolences to family
John Karazia Sr.
June 25, 2023
My Sincere Condolences to the Yurkin Family. Charlie & I grew up together in Wilkes Barre Twp.
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