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Joseph Christopher "Joe" Yeager

Joseph Christopher "Joe" Yeager obituary

Joseph Yeager Obituary


JOSEPH "JOE" CHRISTOPHER YEAGER, 62, of Clarksville, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly on February 20, 2026, and is now with the Lord.
Born on January 13, 1964, in Huntington, West Virginia, Joe graduated from Barboursville High School and went on to earn his degree from Marshall University. Joe's lifelong passion for the outdoors and sports led him to a fulfilling 27-year career with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. He rose through the ranks and retired proudly as Region Manager, where he made significant contributions to wildlife conservation, resource management, and protecting Georgia's natural heritage.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Aaron Yeager and Margie Yeager Hoskins. Joe is survived by his devoted siblings: Tom (Valerie) Yeager of Jacksonville, Florida, Matt (Sheree) Yeager of Barboursville, West Virginia, Amy (Robert) Robinson of Proctorville, Ohio. He also cherished his nieces and nephews: Hunter Yeager, Emma Yeager, Eli Yeager, Sydney and Corbin Stockham, and Sam Robinson.
A family man at heart, Joe looked forward to hosting his loved ones each year for an early Thanksgiving celebration at his home in the beautiful Georgia mountains. Known for his joyful spirit, willingness to help others, and quick wit with a humorous story, he brought warmth and laughter to everyone around him.
A memorial service to honor Joe's life of faith, service, and adventure will be held at Wallace Funeral Home at 12 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026 with visitation one hour prior. The family warmly invites friends, colleagues, and all who knew Joe to join them in celebrating his remarkable legacy.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Herald-Dispatch on Feb. 26, 2026.

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