Photo courtesy of Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. - Hellertown
Hellertown, Pennsylvania
Dec 9, 1937 – Apr 14, 2025
Elsie M. Yeakel, 87, of Steel City, died Monday, April 14, 2025 at her residence, surrounded by her family. She is the wife of the late Stewart W. Yeakel, Sr. Elsie was born in Riegelsville, PA on December 9,1937 to the late Walter and Bessie (Harrison) Strawn. She had worked on the production line at Hanka Pierogi - Hellertown for 20 years. Elsie is a member of St. Luke's Old Wiliams Lutheran Church, Williams Twp. She enjoyed reading, puzzles, and word search
She is survived by her loving children: Susan M. of Bethlehem, Brian W. (Tammy) of Hellertown; seven grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren. Predeceased by children: Stewart W. Jr. and Brenda Lee Pfeiffer; siblings: Howard, Walter, Edith, Virginia, Gladys, & Harold.
Family and friends are invited to Elsie’s visitation period from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 19, 2025 at the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. 326 Main Street – Hellertown followed by the service at 10:30 a.m. The interment will conclude services at Union Cemetery of Hellertown. A funeral repast will be held at the Carriage House at Heintzelmans, immediately following the graveside service. To share an expression of sympathy with this family, please visit www.heintzelmancares.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Elsie’s name to her church, 20 Church Rd. Hellertown, PA 18055.
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I know that I will miss seeing your smiling face. I love you!
Patti Bryfogle
April 18, 2025 | DeFuniak Springs, FL | Family
April 17, 2025 | PA
April 17, 2025 | PA
Sue and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Sandi and Jeff Ruth
April 16, 2025 | Easton, PA
Our sincerest sympathies to the Yeakel family. Elsie was a big part of my mom’s social life. Mom loved those game days with Elsie and Shirley.
Irene and Denise Toth
April 16, 2025 | Hellertown, PA | Friend
Rest in peace Aunt Elsie
Big hugs keep that smile
Love &miss you God bless.♥ you
Cheryl & Sid Reph & Family
April 16, 2025 | Family
Aunt Elise was a great Aunt. Always alot of fun when we where growing up. Glad we got together from time to time. Sending prayers.
WANDA VANSYCKLE
April 16, 2025 | EASTON, PA | Family
April 16, 2025 | PA
Blessed to have you as an Aunt, my condolences, love and hugs to the rest of her family.
Cheryl Joyner
April 15, 2025 | BARTLETT, TN | Family
