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Stephen Yeager Obituary
LIMA — Stephen A.Yeager, 70, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2020. He was born March 28, 1950, in Galion, Ohio to Warren and Betty (McFarland) Yeager who proceeded him in death. On October 9, 1976, he married Cheryl Schieferstein who survives in Lima. Also surviving are his daughter, Miranda Yeager, grandchildren Julian, Brieonna, Calvin, and Donovan Makley: his sister, Debbie (Dennis.) Mathews of Raleigh,NC, his brother-in-law, Kevin (Sheryl) Schieferstein of Churubusco, Indiana, father-in-law Robert Schieferstein of Tavares, Florida, son-in-law Zachary Makley, sister-in-law Shelia Yeager of Akron, Ohio, and loving nieces and nephews Ben, Tommy, Aron, Lindsey, Jackson, Matt and Chris. Not to be left out are his four-legged children Macie, Harlee, Dean, Larry and Sweetheart who will miss him dearly. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, John Yeager, and mother-in-law Margery (Melvin) Smith, and Maggie, his labradoodle that stole his heart.
Steve graduated from Galion High School and Ball State University with a degree in marketing. This is where he met his wife Cheryl and they chose Lima, Ohio as their home. They owned and operated S.A.Y. Furniture in Lima for over 30 years. During this time, Steve made many friends that brought joy to him throughout the years.
Steve loved golfing, reading, cruising, and relaxing at the Outer Banks with his family. Steve will be remembered for his unwavering support of the Cleveland Browns and Cleveland Indians. Most important to him was the time shared with his grandchildren who meant the world to him. You would see Steve at every sporting event they participated in, daily afternoons at Westside Swim Club, and hours spent throwing footballs, racing Matchbox cars, watching movies and cartoons, and anything else that would make them happy. Laughter and silly songs were a constant in the Yeager household. His many friends and neighbors will miss his fun-loving personality, which included long stories, repeated jokes, and his gift for instigating a good time for those around him.
Memorial contributions can be made to Deb's Dogs or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
A public visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday October 20, 2020, at the Chiles-Laman Funeral Homes Shawnee Chapel.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Yeager
Dave (Jones) Pritchett
December 7, 2021
Cheryl, I just found out about Steve´s passing today. My heart breaks for you and Miranda. Always appreciated you two.
John Gulick
January 8, 2021
Just heard about this. Steve and I were good school friends. He was always looking for a good time and sometimes pushed the envelope. He was the best man at my wedding. I always enjoyed going to Warren and Betty's house and remember the time we created a local stir with some candles and helium balloons. Yeag was a character and a pretty good one at that. Sorry he was taken so soon and deep condolences to Cheryl, Debby, and families.
October 25, 2020
I went to school and graduated with Steve in Galion. He was always upbeat and such a nice and caring guy. I remember he always had a smile on his face. His parents were also wonderful people. I haven't seen Steve for many years - but I am so sorry for your loss!
Sandy Kline
Rude Ron
October 20, 2020
Yeagy, was one of the best people I have had the pleasure to ever met. He was a great Sig Ep Brother, he had the best stories to tell about the people in out frat and he never forgot anything. We were constantly laughing and enjoying life with him. He will be missed by a lot of people. He love his family and was always telling me how wonderful you all are.
Vincent & Karen Buchtman
October 19, 2020
Deepest condolences to you Cheryl and Miranda, he was a good neighbor and will certainly be missed.
Your old neighbors,
Vince and Karen Buchtman
Mark Figley
October 19, 2020
Steve's love for his grandchildren and Shawnee athletics was always quite evident. We'll miss his greetings and seeing his pleasant smile at Julian's athletic events. RIP friend.
Mark & Diane Figley
Jeanne Gulick
October 18, 2020
Steve was an amazing husband, father, and grandpa. He made everyone around feel special. What a gift he was to so many people!
Joe goodman
October 18, 2020
Steve was amazing man. I looked up to him and respected how a business man he was. He would always was thinking on how to make people get the most out of there money. He really was a great man and I learned a lot from him. I'm sad that he gone . He would always drop anything he was doing to talk to me. Very sad to hear he's gone. I'm so sorry to the family.
Dan Siferd
October 18, 2020
Steve was a nice man and a wonderful neighbor to my father.
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