Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Brian Yanko Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Brian Yanko
Annemarie Yanko
September 16, 2025
16 years have passed yet missing you and loving you hasn't changed. Love you always Brian
Annemarie Yanko
April 22, 2021
I miss your voice your laughter your bear hugs
Amy Yanko
August 19, 2010
To the Best Brother in the whole world - I love you and miss you and life isn't the same without you. Keep up the music in heaven!!!
Greer Streetman
February 23, 2010
My sympathies go with you and his family. I just found out while watching the news on the conviction of the drunk driver. I knew Brian from his days at Carl's Music. A great musician and friend. He will be missed.
God Bless,
Kathleen Petitjean
November 13, 2009
To the Yankos,
I just learned of Brian's death upon learning of his mother's recent passing. As Brian's sister Amy's best friend in grade school, I had many sleep-overs at the Yanko household. Brian was the sweet big brother I never had; always patient with we kooky girls with the coolest record collection of anyone I knew. It was at the Yanko house I first heard The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper's album (the album belonging, of course, to Amy's older Brian, who, as long as we were careful, never minded us playing his vinyls). I'm so glad he continued playing music because I also remember what a great saxophone player he was and how very serious he was about music in general.
I am so sorry about the senseless, inexplicable loss of this really nice guy. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Hayley Jordan
September 25, 2009
Awe Debbie, I am so sad to hear about Brian. You and the girls are in my prayers. I know this is a difficult time, I wish I could be there to hug you.
Rachel McCall
September 24, 2009
Yanko Family, I worked with Brian for awhile at Furniture Row. He was a very good man and I was very upset to hear the news. I was uable to attend the service because I live in Texas now. I just wanted to send you my condolences and tell you that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mark Davis
September 22, 2009
Debbie, so very sorry to hear of Brian's death. He was a unique individual and enjoyed working with him years ago at Coke. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Sheila Wright
September 22, 2009
Prayers to family and friends. May you find peace in God and comfort in His arms. Sheila (gordon) Wright
Kevin Gann
September 22, 2009
Dear Debbie and Family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts are prayers are with you.
September 21, 2009
Dear Debbie, Rachel & Emily,
We are so sorry for your loss. Janie & Larry called with the tragic news.
Your family is in our thoughts & prayers. We will miss Brian's smile & good nature, and will always remember the good times shared with FRAGILE.
Very sincerely,
Joe & Molly Kaniuga
21560 W. Ireland Rd.
South Bend, IN 46614-4126
Susan Shelton
September 21, 2009
Debbie, my heart and prayers go out to you and your family. May God's presence be near you during your time of loss.
Richard Slabaugh
September 21, 2009
Dear Debbie,Emily and Rachel,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Always remember the good times and Brian's love for all of you. He will watch over you from heaven.
Love, Rich and Barb Slabaugh
John Lubinski
September 19, 2009
Sending prayers for your family Debbie. May God bless Brian as he returns home, and you feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends
With love
Uncle John and Aunt Esther
DeVon Swihart
September 18, 2009
Debbie,
It has been a long time since Pat and I have seen you, Brian and the girls. We are both saddened by this loss. In these sad times think of all the wonderful times you and Brian shared.
I know Brian had a lot of good friends, I always considered Brian my best friend. I think about the good times Brian and I had in high school. After graduation, I think about the time Brian and I spent together just spending time together. These are my memories and I will cherish them always. We were best friends and I miss him greatly.
Brian was a good man and he will always be in our memories.
DeVon & Pat Swihart
Janie Carrillo
September 18, 2009
We are praying for your family. Anthony has been thinking of Emily and wanting her to know how much he cares. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers during your grief.
Terry, Janie, & Anthony Carrillo
John Lubinski
September 18, 2009
Please accept my heart-felt condolences.
David Grubbs
September 18, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Thomas Zakowski
September 18, 2009
May your hearts find peace during these challenging times
Ken & Lydia Lubinski
September 18, 2009
Our deepest sympathy in this time of need. God Bless.
Bo & Denise Wilson
September 18, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
September 18, 2009
Rachel, My prayers and thoughts are with you at this trying time. God will provide his angels to watch over you all. "Mama" Simpson
Les & Eva Hooley
September 18, 2009
Debbie, Rachel & Emily,
May God be very close to you. In His love, may you find new strength and courage.
May your memories of your Husband/Father, and the caring thoughts of all of us, comfort you.
Uncle Les & Aunt Eva
Erica Crase
September 18, 2009
Dear Family, I am so sorry for your lost. With deepest sympathy. Erica Crase, HL
Marcia Rathwick
September 18, 2009
Debbie,
I am so sorry for the pain that you and the girls are going through right now. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
September 18, 2009
Debbie:
You, Emily and Rachel are in our prayers during this difficult time. We pray that God holds you close and you know how very much he loves you all.
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Kim Boyd
Josh & Garrett Bunch
Layne Boyd
Tracy Donovan
September 18, 2009
Debbie - Please know that I am here for you should you ever need to talk. I cannot imagine what you are going through...I am praying for you and the girls. I always enjoyed talking with Brian when we would do the paper route. He was a very intelligent, talented person. I know that he loved you and Rachel/Emily very much. Love, Tracy Donovan
September 18, 2009
Dear Debbie -
We are so sad about the loss of your husband. Unfortunately I will be out of town tomorrow so I won't get to give you a big hug and share in all the memories. Sending lots of love your way.
With Deep Sympathy,
Lauren Hiatt & Shayne Rogers
Cheryl Kelly
September 18, 2009
Dear Family
My heart aches for you at this time, so sorry that I can't be there with you now. I can almost see Brian laughing and fishing with uncle Dave right now.
Sending my love and prayers to you all
Cheryl (Lubinski)
September 18, 2009
Debbie - I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Ivy Hughes
Cheryl Kelly
September 18, 2009
Dearest family,
I'm sorry I can't be with you, know my heart aches for you at this time, wishing you comfort and Brian peace. I can almost see Brian smiling and fishing with Uncle Dave right now.
Love to you all.
Cheryl (Lubinski)
Melissa Hudson
September 18, 2009
Debbie,
We are so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express our saddness. Please know that you are in our prayers.
The Hudson's
Brad, Melissa, JB and Collin
September 18, 2009
OUR HEARTS PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY . T.LEE
Showing 1 - 33 of 33 results
Make a Donation
in Brian Yanko's name
Memorial Events
for Brian Yanko
How to support Brian's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Brian Yanko's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
