Michael D. Yoder

Michael D. Yoder obituary, Akron, PA

Michael D. Yoder

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Michael Yoder Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Stradling Funeral Home - Ephrata on Oct. 9, 2025.

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Michael D. Yoder, 67, of Ephrata, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at his residence.
He was born in Cambridge to Edward and Bettie (Rhodes) Yoder and was the husband of Erma (Stutzman) Yoder.
Michael worked as a cabinet maker for Signature Custom Cabinetry. He worked with wood for most of his life and he enjoyed refurnishing things. Michael loved his two dogs, Ruby and Lucas, and he would make cookies for them. He had a giving spirit and was always willing to help those in need. In his free time, he enjoyed golfing, watching sports and especially loved gardening.
In addition to his wife, Michael is survived by six children, Audrey, Erica, Ryan, Skye, Michael, Kim and 11 grandchildren.
A drop-in luncheon will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 11 AM to 2 PM, at New Life Fellowship, 420 East Fulton Street, Ephrata.
Memorial contributions in Michael's memory may be made to Heartland Hospice, 2201 Ridgewood Rd., Suite 180, Reading, PA 19610.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

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Upcoming Events

Nov

1

Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

New Life Fellowship

420 E. Fulton Street, Ephrata, PA 17522

Send Flowers

Nov

1

Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

New Life Fellowship

420 E. Fulton Street, Ephrata, PA 17522

Send Flowers