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Bonita Yuhas Obituary
She was the wife of William J. “Bill” Yuhas.
Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Kenneth and Virginia (Weller) McLean.
Bonnie was a founding member of the Berks County Genealogical Society, where she served as past president. She was a member of various historical societies, including Berks County and Mohnton. She was a recipient of the Mary Owen Steinmetz Award for Genealogy.
She participated in Civil War re-enactments. She was the historian for the Reading Civil War 88th Regiment. She was the great-granddaughter of Lt. Col. Joseph McLean, who died in the second battle of Bull Run in Manassas, Va. Her name appeared in many historical publications and articles. She was a member of Mohnton's 75th Anniversary and Centennial Anniversary Committees.
She was a loving mother to two daughters, Theresa L. Yuhas, West Lawn, and Tracy A. Yuhas, Shillington.
She was a loving grandmother to two granddaughters, Samantha J. and Alexandra A. Yuhas, both of West Lawn.
There is also a sister, Joan Black, Sinking Spring.
She was predeceased by two brothers, Jack and Pat McLean.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend her services Monday at 11 a.m. in the Giles & Yeckley Funeral Home and Crematorium Inc., 21 Chestnut St., Mohnton. Burial will be in Mohnsville Cemetery, Mohnton. Viewing will be Monday 9 to 11 a.m. in the funeral home. To access additional information, or to offer the family online condolences, please visit us at www.gilesandyeckley.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bonita Yuhas
Gayle Yuhas
April 3, 2009
DEAR BONNIE We spent a lot of years together as sister in laws,all the picnics,and crazy parties.we had a lot of fun .It seems like yesterday that we were sitting at your kitchen table drinking tea while you were crocheing,I Will always remember your giggle will bring a smile to my face.
Michael Yuhas
March 13, 2009
I was unaware of Bonnie`s passing. Bonnie was a good person and a good aunt. Sorry Bill,Terry,Tracy
Brenda Randazzo
February 23, 2009
My prayers go out to the family, I know this is a late entry, but I wanted to say I am deeply sorry to hear of Bonnie's passing. My mom used to do her taxes for years and they became good friends. Bonnie was a very interesting person who always had time for others. God bless you during this time!
Dave Laidacker
February 13, 2009
Bill and Terri,
In the past years, Bonnie and I became very close friends and I will miss her very much. We always had a great time when we were together. Her exceptional genealogical skills were only out matched by her personality.
Dave Laidacker
Shaun Udrea
February 11, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Avis (Richardson) Wyckoff
February 9, 2009
I was so sorry to see that Bonnie passed away, we were neighbors for a long time, my sister ran into Bonnie and Bill at flea markets, etc. We spend alot of time running back and forth across S. Wyomissing Ave., she was such a nice person, she will surely be missed by family and friends. You and your family take care Bill.
Dottie Lincoln, Marilyn & Ken Reppert
February 9, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May you find comfort in your memories of the love she gave you throughout your life. Remember the times she made you laugh
Becky Grant
February 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Linda and Don Hummel
February 9, 2009
Dear Bill and Family,
May it comfort you to know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We will always cherish the wonderful memories we have of Bonnie.
Bill Carter
February 9, 2009
Dear Bill & family,
Bonnie was a beautiful lady who was always generous with her time. She was a great help to our Terry family as we researched our roots in Reading. She also took it upon herself to dig through records to unveil unknown info on my wife's family there. When I offered to pay for her time, she simply responded "That's what friends are for." Bonnie will always be remembered as a friend to the Terry and Sebekos families, and Kay and I will deeply miss her.
Larry and Gloria Craley
February 9, 2009
Billy and Family,
Helpful words, healing words are hard to find right now, but caring thoughts are with you and we care. Mrs. Craley also expresses her sympathy. May these thoughts comfort you somehow.
Larry and Gloria
LaVerne Calvaresi
February 9, 2009
Bill and Family,
We were so sorry to learn of Bonnie's passing. You are in our thoughts and our prayers. May God be with you in this difficult time. The Calvaresi Family - LaVerne, A.J. & David (Johnny)
Anita (Croll) Stum
February 9, 2009
Dear Bill, Terry and Tracy, I was sadden to read of your Mom's passing. She was a beautiful woman inside and out. I think about her constant smile, her light-hearted attitude, her love for animals and her beautiful blonde hair. The childhood memories I have always include her constant smile. I am sorry for your loss, I can only imagine your grief but know she is in a better place. I wish you all the best.
Candace Kline(Barr)
February 8, 2009
Dear Yuhas Family, I remember when I was younger and you guys lived on Baker Street, and the first time I seen your mother she was smiling and her eyes were laughing, and when I seen her in later years at the post office, and the centenniel parade, she still was smiling and had her laughing eyes. That is what I will always remember about your mother, and I hope you will too. May God's Love and peace be with you at this time. Candace (Barr) Kline
Ginny Hoffmaster
February 8, 2009
Bill and Family,
I was glad to have had the privilege of meeting Bonnie out dancing when you guys were playing. Remember the beautiful memories. Keep the Faith
Barbara & Charlie Campbell
February 8, 2009
Bill & Terry. Our hearts are broken.
What can you say when your best friend passes.
Butch & Brenda Mancias
February 8, 2009
Bill,
It saddens me to think I will never see that beautiful smile of Bonnie's again. But just to think of her will always put a smile on mine. Please know that Butch and I are thinking of you and your family on this sad occasion.
Jim Evangelisto
February 8, 2009
Bill,
I am so sorry to hear about Bonnie. You know how I understand what you are going through and I can't say enough about the love I have for both of you. I am going to miss her a lot.
BARRY AND BRENDA
February 8, 2009
BILL - WE CANNOT FIND THE WORDS TO EXPRESS HOW SORRY WE FEEL FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. HOPEFULLY YOU TAKE COMFORT IN KNOWING HOW MUCH BONNIE WAS LOVED BY ALL WHO KNEW HER. WE ARE HERE FOR YOU WHEN YOU NEED A FRIEND. THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO BONNIE - IN OUR HEARTS WE KNOW YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE WHERE YOU NO LONGER FEEL THE PAIN.
Alvin&Fran Black
February 7, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Becca Hallock
February 7, 2009
Bill:
You just have to know that Mom and Bonnie are up there laughing and exclaiming, 'so THAT'S who that connection was!!!!!'.
We here in Connecticut are sorry for the loss of her wonderful spirit.
Horace Nigrelli
February 7, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Sorry Terry,Tracy & Bill
Karen[Nagle} Priebe
February 7, 2009
Bill death parts the human element but all the love and good times are yours forever. I knew Bonnie from school. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Dolores (Bleiler)Ashenfelter
February 6, 2009
Bill,Terri,Tracy. I've known Bonnie for a long time, Her friendship,smile and crazyness will always be remembered.My prayers and thoughts are with you all. She will sadly be missed.
Linda Merkey
February 6, 2009
Bill and family,Bonnie was a classmate of mine in high school.She was always ready to help with a project and have fun doing it.Bonnie lived life to the fullest. My prayers are with you at this time.May you find comfort in knowing she had gone to a better place.
Terry Barr
February 6, 2009
Billy, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. I share your lose dearly having just lost my wife to Cancer today. God Bless them both.
Take care and talk with you soon.
Tara Lawhorne Margie's Niece
February 6, 2009
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May all your memories get you through this most difficult time! Stay strong!:)
Debby Sweitzer
February 6, 2009
Uncle Bill,Terry,Tracy and Family I have all great memories of Aunt Bonnie she always made me feel like family.Even though you don't keep in touch ,you never forget.Gayle's daughter
Rosie Carr
February 6, 2009
The family of Bonita Yuhas,
I am so sorry for your loss. In the short amount of time I had with Bonnie and her family at the hospital, I felt like I met such a wonderful person.
Mr. Yuhas and Terri, the 2 of you took wonderful care of Bonnie in her final days at the hospital. I am so happy I had the privilege of meeting Bonnie and her family With Deep Sympathy,
Rosie Carr
Pat Hatt
February 6, 2009
To Bill and family. I was so sorry to hear about Bonnie's passing. I met Bonnie when she worked at Mohnton Post Office. She was always fun to be with and I shared her love of geneology and she taught me a lot. She was a good mail carrier and I missed her when she left. I'll always remember her delivering mail in her little red Volkswagon. My deepest condolences to you and your family. She was a special person!
Marcia Lefever
February 6, 2009
To Bonnie Yuhas Family,
I remember Bonnie from school and she always had a warm, friendly smile on her face. She will be sadly missed.
Condolences and Prayers
Kathy (Brace) Youse
February 6, 2009
Bill, Teri, and Tracy-
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I'll always remember your mom and her contagious laugh. I'll always remember all of us piling in her bug to go to the animal rescue league and coming home with Buffy. Memories like that will keep Bonnie alive in all your hearts in the months to come. Wishing you peace and the comfort of knowing she is in a better place.
Kathy(Brace) and Barry Youse
Sandra Carabello
February 6, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Peggy Witmyer Roath
February 6, 2009
Bill, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. I regret not having met Bonnie as I share her interest in genealogy. She will be missed, not only by your family, but the entire community.
Sharon Kramer
February 6, 2009
Bill, Bonnie was a beam of sunshine, she always had a smile. I will always remember her enthusiam and all the good times we had together setting up for the Genealogy Society. She will be missed.
BOB & PAT HIMMELBERGER
February 6, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Laurel Miller
February 6, 2009
Bill (and family), I'm so sorry to hear about this. I've been out of the country for much of the last decade, so I haven't been in touch much with Berks Co. genealogists. May the Lord comfort you all and allow you take solace in the memories of all Bonnie did for her family and the historical/genealogical community she worked so hard for.
Mark McDonough
February 6, 2009
My mother Barbara is Bonnie's cousin. I am her son. Although I only knew Bonnie for a few years she really touched my life. Her spirt will live on in me and I will never forget the friendship we had. She was such a loving, giving person and I will miss her very much. My thoughts are with all who knew and loved her.
Lida Bensinger
February 6, 2009
Dear Billy, Terri and Tracy,
I am so saddened to hear of Bonnie's passing. She will be sadly missed by you and the girls and many others whose lives she has touched. My prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Love, Lida
June Hironimus
February 6, 2009
Bill, My sincere sympathy to you and your family. I have known Bonnie since our lockers were side by side in High School. She was a caring, giving and loving person. I was able to visit with Bonnie and her daughter a few weeks ago. She will be missed by all who know her. June McCoy Hironimus '59
Mary Alice & Gene Waltz
February 6, 2009
Bill and family - Bill, we are so sorry to hear of Bonnie's passing. May you be comforted by your close friends and family at this time. Thoughts and prayers are with you---Gene, Mary Alice & Emma Waltz
Paul L. Beavens Jr.
February 6, 2009
Mohnton has lost yet another of it's treasures. Bonnie was one of those very special people that touched everyone she met. Her commitment to her community and to history was an outstanding attribute.Bill and family know that we all share in your loss and are there to comfort you at this sad time. We also rejoice in the fact that she has passed out of this life on her journey to her greater purpose.
Emily Mills
February 6, 2009
Dear Terry and Samantha,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. I remember Bonnie to be a loving and supportive grandmother and mother. Her love will be with you for the rest of your lives.
Sincerely, Emily Mills
Shannon and Allen Dillman
February 6, 2009
My condolences to Tracy and the family.
JOYCE AND DAVE SHARPLEY
February 6, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Becky Marvel
February 6, 2009
Terri, and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
You are in our prayers and thoughts,
Love, Becky and Family
(Marge's Sister)
The Staff of Giles & Yeckley Funeral Home
February 5, 2009
Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.
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