Photo courtesy of Mowen Funeral Home, Inc. - Owosso
Owosso, Michigan
Aug 22, 1946 – Sep 17, 2015
Andrew J. Yuroff, founder of Thompson Creek Turkey Farm, died unexpectedly in his home September 17, 2015. He was 69 years old. Andrew began his career at Buick in 1965, where he worked on the assembly line and in Plant Protection. After 30 years, he retired from Buick, and the second phase of his Flint journey began. Andrew had become interested in horse racing, eventually becoming an owner. He bought a farm in Lennon to raise his horses. When he left horse racing, he began raising turkeys, and the farm became the site of Andrew's legacy, the Thompson Creek Turkey Farm. What started as a turkey-smoking operation at the Flint Famer's Market quickly grew in popularity, and the business grew to include a deli in Flint and a restaurant in Grand Blanc. Though the chain of restaurants is now closed, many will always remember events celebrated at the restaurant, or stopping by to stock up on jerky on their way up north for hunting.
When he could get away from the restaurant, Andrew enjoyed fishing and visiting casinos. He was preceded in death by his mother, Iris Durfee, and father, David Yuroff. He is survived by his daughter, Patty Yuroff, and granddaughter, Leslie Hayden. He is also survived by his sister, Sandra (Robert) Sanders, stepfather Bassel Durfee, and nephews Chad and Micheal Sanders.
A memorial will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, October 4 at the Flint Farmer's Market, 300 E. 1st St, Flint, MI.
Never had a friend like Andy in my entire life. Still miss him to this day. He went far too soon !
Phillip Dennington
September 23, 2024 | Venice, FL | Friend
I will always miss the best friend I ever had- the best friend any man could ever have.He was the very best.
Phillip Dennington
September 23, 2023 | Venice, FL | Friend
I feel so fortunate to have had a friend like Andy. Some people go a lifetime and never experience a friendship like we had. You never forget that.
Phil Dennington
September 23, 2020 | Venice, FL | Friend
Andy was the best friend I ever had. We shared the good times-We shared the bad times. Best man at my wedding. Like a true friend, he was ALWAYS there. He was the kind of friend everyone wishes for but few have. LIKE A SHOOTING STAR
FLYIN' ACROSS THE ROOM
SO FAST, SO FAR
YOU WERE GONE...
Phil Dennington
September 23, 2019 | Venice, FL | Friend
Wow I am so saddened and shocked. Andy I loved you like a brother....RIP. My wife and I will make it to the roll-a-way high banks- Thanks for being one of the best human beings on earth.
Patrick Wilson
August 01, 2016 | Walled Lake, MI
I am shocked by Andy's passing. Many times I stopped by Thompson Deli on Hill road and had lunch with Andy. He was my next door neighbor in Lennon and he will be missed!
Gordy Caverly
Gordon Caverly
December 04, 2015 | Grand Blanc, MI
opened Thompson creek hill road with andy...he was a great friend. i have thought of him often over the years, I have lived in florida for 7 years. so sad to have lost him already. love you andy, will look for you in the hereafter. my best and sympathies to your family....wendy madaras
October 04, 2015
Andy and I were best friends ever since working together at Buick. Andy was the best man at my wedding. I have 40 years of wonderful memories. This was the last thing that I, along with many others, saw coming. There will be a huge void in a lot of lives. Phillip & Jan Dennington
Phillip Dennington
October 02, 2015 | Venice, FL
I am deeply saddened by the loss of my good friend Andy. I have know Andy for 22 years. He was a very kind and fun person to talk to. I will be praying for your family. May God give you the strength you need at this time.
Linda Wortham
October 01, 2015
