Ella Yoder Obituary
Howard – Ella J. Yoder, age 85, died on August 23, 2025 after a 10-month battle with cancer.
She was born in Holmes County August 24, 1939 to John and Maryann (Miler) Yoder. She married Noah E. Yoder who survives. In addition to her husband, she is survived by children, Ivan (Amanda) of the home, Maryann (Alex) Weaver, Ervin (Mary), and David (Susan) all of Danville, Melvin (Mary) of Big Prairie, Barbara (Atlee) of Howard, and Esther of Danville; 49 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren; and a sister, Dora of Mt. Hope.
Preceding her in death were her parents; a stillborn daughter; a grandson; a stillborn great granddaughter; 4 brothers, and 3 sisters.
Funeral services are being held at the home at 9:00 Monday, August 25. Bishop Paul Raber will officiate. Burial will be in Troyer Cemetery on Wharton Lane. Friends and family may call at any time. The Fischer Funeral Home assisted with arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
403 High Street, Danville, OH 43014
People and places connected with Ella
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for Ella Yoder
Tell your own story about Ella
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Make a Donation
in Ella Yoder's name
How to support Ella's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
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 moreResources to help you cope with loss
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 more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Ella Yoder'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
