Photo courtesy of Rannells Funeral Home - Koontz Lake Chapel
Laporte, Indiana
Jan 10, 1949 – Aug 13, 2016 (Age 67)
Michael Douglas "Yak" Yakimicki, a resident of LaPorte, Indiana since 1996 and formerly of Grovertown, passed away August 13, 2016, at Hospice Franciscan Communities at St. Anthony Health in Michigan City, Indiana, of kidney cancer. He was 67 years old at the time of his death. Mike was born January 10, 1949, in Plymouth, Indiana to the late John L. and Dolores A. (Leland) Yakimicki. Surviving are his wife, Pamela Jean (Weiss) Yakimicki, whom he married on September 27, 1995. Also surviving are his son, Michael J. (Sara) Yakimicki of Grovertown; his daughter, Amy (Eric) Graves of Marion, Illinois; six grandchildren, Autumn, Alyssa, Austin, John, Dylan, and Tyler; three brothers, Gary, Bob (Gail) Yakimicki, and Don (Verdona) Yakimicki. He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, James Yakimicki. Mike graduated from Oregon-Davis High School in 1967. He was an employee of ArcelorMittal (formerly Bethlehem Steel) since 1967. He was athletic and enjoyed playing basketball, canoe/fishing trips, deer hunting, cutting wood with his son, going to the casino, and spending time with friends and family. Private graveside services will be held and the Rannells Funeral Home, Hamlet Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
To Family. I worked with Mike at Bethlehem for many years. Just heard of his passing today. Sorry for your loss.
David Milcarek
September 26, 2016 | Laporte, IN | Coworker
So sorry! Pam. He will be missed at our family get together soon. I'm glad that mike and John were able to spend time withhimat boundary waters. IF there is ever anything we can do for you be sure to ask. Our players are with you.
Wes & sarai Brookshire
August 20, 2016 | Columbia City, IN | Friend
I got to know Mike in the late 70's and early 80's. I hadn't seen him since then but, I'll always remember the good times I had being around him. Mike had a great energy that was very unique. RIP
Jack Taylor
Jack Taylor
August 17, 2016 | Plymouth, IN | Family Friend
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Rich & Cori Kiewlen Florence Perkins
August 16, 2016 | Meriden, CT | Family
So sorry to hear this thoughts and Prayers for his wife and children
Suzie Reinholt
August 15, 2016 | Knox, IN | Family
To the family of Mike,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mike, may your wonderful memories of him give you peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Our deepest sympathy,
Ron and Margo Martin
Ron and Margo Martin
August 15, 2016 | Classmate
Dear Bob and Gail,
Darrell and I are sorry to hear of your brother's passing. We hope your memories will be a comfort.
May and Darrell
May Crider
August 15, 2016 | Culver, IN | Family
So very sorry to hear about the passing of Mike. I haven't seen him in years but my last memory of him was a great one. Much laughter and story telling.
Rest in peace with Delores, John and Jim
Karl Taylor
Karl Taylor
August 15, 2016 | Plymouth, IN | Family Friend
So sorry for your loss, God Bless
Ron Goze
August 14, 2016 | South Bend, IN | Friend
