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Andrew Yoder Obituary
Andrew W. Yoder, age 31, of North Bend, WA, a loving and committed father, husband and friend, died in a tragic accident on April 27, 2019.
Born in Portland, Oregon to Tom and Cindy Yoder, Andrew grew up in Silverton with his parents, older twin, and three younger brothers. Andrew moved to Washington state in 2007 where he met his best friend and the love of his life, Andrea Englund. They married in 2010. In that time, he learned his trade and became a dedicated member of Ironworkers Local 86. Andrew joined the United States Marine Corps Reserve in 2009 and was honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant in 2017.
At work, as in life, he strived each day to do his best and was known by those around him for his standard of excellence and the high bar to which he held himself. Andrew took deep pride in his attention to precision and detail and was driven to learn throughout his short life.
Andrew was a passionate outdoorsman who enjoyed every opportunity to fish, hike, and hunt. He was steadfast in his care for others, forged deep friendships, and was committed to his family and friends. He cherished quality time with loved ones and enjoyed long hours walking and playing with family, particularly his two boys and his many nieces and nephews.
Above all, Andrew was committed in his faith. He had a strong relationship with Jesus Christ and lived for Him fully. He is survived by his wife of 9 years and two young boys, ages 3 and 5. He will be remembered warmly by all who knew him.
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, May 18th at Westminster Chapel in Bellevue. Doors will open at 12:30 pm and the ceremony will commence at 1:00 pm. All are welcome.
In lieu of flowers, a Benevolence Fund has been set up to receive tax-deductible donations to support Andrew's widow and their sons. Donations can be given by visiting http://www.calvarymtsi.com/index.php/give and noting "Yoder Family" in the comments section.
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Tracy Snow
May 18, 2019
I have been with an iron worker for many years. I didn't know you, Andrew, but the news of your death hit me very hard as all iron workers, and those who love them, are family. I send love and blessings to family and friends Of Andrew Yoder. Andrew, you will not be forgotten.
Michelle Nolan
May 18, 2019
Michelle Nolan
May 18, 2019
Guy and Angela Jones
May 4, 2019
Hi Andrea and boys, We are so heartbroken for your loss, Andrew was a good friend of ours. We went to Romania in 2005 with him and many years of Camp Risen Son. We are praying for your comfort and peace.
Aaron Yoder
May 4, 2019
Growing up with Andrew was a privlage. From the beginning,I always had a friend. He was a man of faith and conviction. He was an amazing husband and father. He had a great sense of humor. He loved his country and could get along with just about anybody. I struggle to quantify his life in a paragraph, you had to know him in order to feel the joy that he brought to this world.
We talked every day if not more often and I feel.... I know a portion of myself is lost. It was like talking to a mirror. I could run anything by him and he'd instantly understand what I was trying to convey and had an appropriate response.
He was always ready for what life threw at us. I've never met another person with his level of strength and compatenc. We could go fishing in the ocean in a canoe and I knew we'd be safe. We could run for miles and I knew he wouldn't slow. We could hunt for days in harsh terrain and i knew i didn't have to worry about him beacause he could resolve to be capable.
I feel cheated I have to go through the rest of life without him. I can only hold onto the promise in Roman's Chapter 8:
"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, either angels nor demons, neither present nor the future nor any powers, neither height nor depth nor anything else in all creation will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord."
Love you brother, see ya on the other side.
December 18 2018 He came to Hawaii to erect my crane
WAYNE KAHANA
May 4, 2019
Joshua Burley
May 4, 2019
I'm a tower crane rigger from Honolulu Hawaii I worked with Yoder a few times. He was a humble, fun guy to work with I looked forward to seeing him come out and erect/dismantle our cranes. You will be missed brother God bless and Aloha oe
WAYNE KAHANA
May 4, 2019
I'm deeply saddened by this tragedy. I'm a tower crane operator in the state of Hawaii that had the privilege to call this awesome man my friend. I looked forward to see Yoder when he came to Hawaii either to dismantle or erect my crane, he'll be truly missed in the 808 state. My heart, prayers and condolences go out to his family. God bless braddah Yoder! Aloha oe!!
Frances McLean
May 3, 2019
Andrew was such an incredible young man. I remember watching him and his brothers grow up playing with my boys. Andrew always made sure that any kid that wanted to play was included in the games. He always had such a kind spirit about him. I will always remember him as a man who loved Jesus and his family with all his heart. Even though my heart breaks that he's no longer with us, I rest in knowing I will see him again.
Jennifer &Joseph Zvara
May 3, 2019
Andrew was a incredible man. He will be missed by so many. We were blessed to have known him. We love you! We will be there for your family. Now & always. Andrew my friend may you rest in peace with Charlie.
Debbie Wells
May 3, 2019
Thanks you for being a great person. I really enjoyed being your dispatch. 4 years.
Everyone wants Yoder.
You had to call me every week to get a day off.
Your goal was to stay home and support your wife and be with your family. Not work so much.
You always worked around job.
You were always on tuff job.
Because you were the best.
YOU ALWAYS taught and cared about all workers.
The men would say you were the hardest working man they ever met. You were like having 2 men in one. YOU WILL BE MISSED.
That day you were talking about leaving a legacy behind. THAT YOU HAVE DONE.
I've been hearing nothing but great thoughts about you from everybody and they're like he would do the same for me. You to be MISSED Yoder.
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