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Joseph Yesko Obituary
Born November 16, 1949 in Erie, PA, he was the son of the late Joseph and Irene (Akus) Yesko.
Mr. Yesko served in the U.S. Army and graduated in 1971 from Penn State University with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. He retired from Bechtel after 35 years and was a member of the Eagles in Littlestown, PA, ELKS in Frederick, MD and the American Legion in Gettysburg, PA. Joe was an avid PSU football fan and enjoyed tailgating, fishing, cruising, and a good Black Russian with plenty of ice.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sister, Cynthia Yesko, South Yarmouth, MA.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 11 AM at St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church, 8428 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD with a visitation beginning at 10 AM.
Burial will be private in St. Aloysius Catholic Cemetery, Littlestown, PA. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of your choice.
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Jane McNicol
January 16, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Friend of Cindy in a rosary group. Jane McNicol
Ruthie Rawlings
January 8, 2025
Jeannie and family, my heartfelt sympathy and thoughts are with all of you at this very difficult time of Joe's passing. I will always remember him as a very kind person who was always a pleasure being around. Keep his memories going. RIP Joe, and May God Bless.
Deb Smith
January 7, 2025
So saddened with this news.
Jeannie and family - Joe was a wonderful person. Take solace in the memories of the good times you shared. He will be remembered fondly by all those who knew him.
Bill Winstead
January 6, 2025
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Bill Winstead
January 6, 2025
Joe was one of the most decent individuals I have ever known and a great fisherman. It was a real pleasure in knowing Joe and extend my condolences to Jeanie and Joe's family.
douglas sfaelos
January 3, 2025
one of the finest men i have ever known great laugh great person you have alw3ays been in my thoughts for years rest in pease
Matt Campbell
January 2, 2025
My condolences and prayers for Joes loved ones left behind. RIP Joe.
Denise Dickerson
January 2, 2025
Sorry to hear of the passing of Joe. I enjoyed working with him at Bechtel. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Patricia Rightenour
January 2, 2025
My condolences to Jeannie and family. I was in Admin on many projects that Joe was a Electrical engineer. Joe was a pleasant and good man and friend. God Bless his family and friends at this difficult time. R.I.P. Joe and fly high in the sky.
Glen and Dianne
January 2, 2025
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