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Dane Yoder Obituary
Dane Richard Yoder died June 1, 2014. He was born 10 minutes after identical twin, Dean A. Yoder, on January 15, 1929, to Paul D. and Olive (Kalb) Yoder in Goshen, IN. He married Beatrice (Beco) A. Harner on June 3, 1951 in Chalmers and she survives.
There are a million examples of his kindness, positive attitude and unstoppable faith! He never met a stranger. A fun-loving guy, he treated everyone with respect. A family man, his wife, his four daughters and their families were his world. He adored his grandchildren and their families. He still played with the great grands.
He dearly loved his church, Dayton United Methodist, and was involved in every aspect of the church life over the years. He taught Sunday school, sang in the choir and was always available to help with whatever needed done…cleaning carpets or July 4th celebration. He loved learning, whether at Bible Study or learning to text, his thirst of knowledge was insatiable. He took a college course at Krannert at age 54 where he was neither the oldest or the baldest! He retired in 1993 from Purdue University after 32 years. He loved gospel music. His dad and brothers spent countless hours around the piano singing 4 part harmonies, while his sister Eloise played the piano. He continued this tradition with his daughters and granddaughters.
He was a passionate Boilermaker and enjoyed all sports. He was an avid golfer.
Surviving with his wife are his four daughters, Cynthia A. Shafer (husband, Jerry), Gail L. Biss (husband, Melvyn), Deborah K. Kappes (husband, Stanley), and Nancy S. Baker (husband, Mark); two brothers, Don Yoder of Brookston and Denny Yoder of California, 10 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Maxine Yoder of Chalmers. He was preceded in death by a sister Eloise Lucas and two brothers Devon and Dean Yoder and a son who died at birth, Scott Richard Yoder.
Dane requested that this service be a time of Celebration just as he had celebrated life each day for 85 years. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday at the Dayton United Methodist Church. Visitation also one hour prior to the 10 a.m. service on Friday at the church with lunch to follow. Pastor Mike Dominich officiating. Burial at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens at 1:30 p.m. on Friday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Dayton United Methodist Church. Hippensteel Funeral Home is entrusted with care. Share memories and condolences online at www.hippensteelfuneralservice.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Dane Yoder
Mark Loft
May 28, 2019
It is no coincidence that I just recently thought about Dano. Every time I hear a Gaither Vocal Band tune I think of my friend and smile. Truly a man after God's own heart.
Ed and Vicki Young
June 10, 2014
Dear sweet Bea and family, we have been out of town and I just heard of Dane's passing. I am so sorry. He was a jewel and his legend will live on in his family! Blessings and much love, Ed and Vicki Young
Beth Plybon
June 6, 2014
Bea and family,
We are so saddened by not being able to share in the celebration of Dane's life. But we are comforted in knowing "in this world you will have trouble, but Fear Not for I have overcome the world!" Thanking God for the privilege of knowing-and loving-such a great guy! We love you, too!
Your Little Lambs,
Marc, Beth, Kate, and Hayley
Terri Metzinger
June 5, 2014
Bea and Family-
I am so sorry for your loss. Dane was such a wonderful man and will truly be missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Many blessings to you all.
Lori Brandon
June 5, 2014
So sorry to hear. My daughter and I had the opportunity to play in the handbell choir with Dane, and sing with him in the choir. He always was so friendly. We enjoyed his sweet spirit. May God be with you in this time, and bring you comfort. He will be missed!
Andrew Craw
June 5, 2014
So sorry about your loss !!! Sincerely Andy Craw .
Tere West
June 5, 2014
Dear Cyndi and Nancy, I'm so sorry to hear abut your Dad. There are a lot of good memories from everyone about him. He sounded like a great guy! May God wrap His arms around all of you and give you that peace that passes all understanding.
Cindy Bull
June 4, 2014
Bea & family, may knowing that Dane is being welcomed home give you peace and comfort. His time on earth may be over, but his spirit carries on with all who knew and loved him.
June 4, 2014
Bea & family,
Dane has been a special servant and friend to his entire church family. We will dearly miss his positive spirit and smiling face. However, he will be in our hearts forever. Lee & Dianna Ruse
June 4, 2014
Bea & Girls-Bob & I want to express our deepest sympathies on the passing of Dane. What a good person and gentle soul he was. Heaven is getting a good man. Bob & Kamya Lee.
Teresa Arvin-Mundell
June 4, 2014
so sorry to hear of your families loss. Dane always had a smile on his face and love in his heart. God Bless you all.
Allison and Brad Beggs
June 3, 2014
Bea & Family,
Dane was one of the kindest people I've ever known. His faith was bold; his smile contagious; and his voice angelic.
Some of my fondest memories of Dane were from the DIMC Christmas musicals. Thinking of Dane and the white tights will forever make me chuckle! He always helped us find the good in every day events.
May God surround you with his peace and comfort. You are all on our hearts and in our prayers.
With much love,
Roger and Cara Knochel
June 3, 2014
Dearest Beaco,
What a special blessing God gave our family when he brought such two wonderful people to live next door to us. We loved Dane dearly. Dane's everyday life was a testimony to the love and grace that our heavenly Father gives to us all as a gift. We will miss him so. We love you Bea and Girls.
Randy Dispennett
June 3, 2014
Dayton UMC lost a great servant and Heaven gained one. Dane you will be missed.
Love Randy Dispennett
cynthia knochel-gonzales
June 3, 2014
Bea---
Dad (Dale K) always kept me up with you and Dane. I recall the Lay Witness Missions from back in the day, and the times around the room at someone's home on Sunday nights, singing Bill Gaither songs.
I know God will comfort you and disclose His promises to you in the days ahead. Now WE wait to join Dane and HE waits to greet us in the future.
With God's arms about you and yours may His peace, rest, and grace help you all to draw nearer to Him.
Tim Perrin
June 3, 2014
I am so sorry for your family's loss!
Krista Howard
June 3, 2014
Nancy & Gail,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I know it's very hard. Hold onto your faith & family.
Lisa Wolf
June 3, 2014
Dean I am so sorry to see that your brother has passed. Peace and Prayers be with you and your entire family.
Peggy Grimes Fields
June 3, 2014
I can still hear that pure tenor voice! Dane is being welcomed into the "Heavenly Choir." Dad and Dane, sing on.
Peggy Grimes Fields
June 3, 2014
I can still here that pure tenor voice. Dane is being welcomed into the Heavenly Choir!" Sing on, Dad & Dane!
Geary Richard
June 3, 2014
Bea and Girls, I am so thankful I was able to meet Dane on this earth. We all know he is having fun right now, reunited with folks he has missed for some time. What a wonderful man! I am honored I was able to meet and come to know him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Mike and Bonnie Easterday
June 3, 2014
Cyndi and Deb,
We are so sorry to hear about the lost of your father. He was a very kind and special man. Our thought and prayers are with you at this time.
Mike and Bonnie
Lola Straub
June 3, 2014
Bea, I was so sorry to read about Dane's passing. He was always one of my favorite co-workers at Purdue Building Services, with his constant smile and cheerful personality, and I will always remember him with great fondness. What a super guy! I know how you and the girls will miss him, so please know that caring thoughts are with you and the rest of the family during this most difficult time.
June 3, 2014
What a sweet sweet man. Bea, I thank you for sharing him with us. I'll miss seeing his face in the choir or men's group singings. I loved him so.
Thomas "Tom" Hague
June 3, 2014
Our most sincere condolences to Bea and the family on the passing of your loved one. May our Lord through His Holy Spirit give you His love, peace and comfort in the following days. Love in His Powerful Name Tom Hague
Craig & Julie Reeves
June 3, 2014
Nancy and Kelsey - Thinking of you at this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
June 3, 2014
Bea,
We are thinking of you and praying for you and your family. Praise to our Lord and Savior that we know we will see Dane again! What a comfort it is to know that he now rests in the arms of our loving Lord. Martha and Carolyn Martin
Kevin and Renee Dexter
June 3, 2014
We love you, Bea. Lifting you and your family in prayer. May God surround you with His peace.
Tammy Booher-Morton
June 3, 2014
Nancy, I remember your dad coming to our basketball/football games and always willing to help with whatever necessary. So sorry for your loss.
Tammy Booher-Morton
Mark Loft
June 3, 2014
Dane was always an example to me of faith in, love, and kindness. He is on my list of the top 10 people who shaped my faith. While we will miss him, I know his Lord is welcoming him home. See you where no one stands alone my brother.
Hippensteel Funeral Home, Inc.
June 3, 2014
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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