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Srean Yager Obituary

Mr. Srean Joseph Yager, age 97, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025 at his home in Muskegon, Michigan. He was born in Muskegon on November 9, 1927 to Emanuel and Mary (Martin) Yager. On September 1, 1951, Srean married the former Donna Pearo. He was a veteran of the United States Army and served in WWII. Srean was employed by Anaconda Wire and Cable for 30 years prior to his retirement in 1980. He was a member of Don Rea VFW Post #8846 and the Muskegon Vikings for over 50 years. Srean enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, playing cribbage, his 5PM cocktail, and most importantly, spending time with his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 73 years, Donna; four children, Pamela (Alan) Lacefield, Gary (Sandra) Yager, Mary Larsen, and Nancy Yager; daughter-in-law, Julianne Yager; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and half-siblings, Judy, Emma, Rosetta, Marcella, and Mennen. He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Yager; sons-in-law, Paul Larsen and Eric Martinez; grandsons, Michael J. Yager and Max Chrystler; parents, Mary Yager and Emanuel (Evelyn) Yager; sister, Edith D'Angelo; half-brothers, Harvey, Loren, and Chap; and special aunt and uncle, Rose and Joe Wirtz. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place and a PRIVATE FAMILY GRAVESIDE SERVICE will be held at St. Mary's Cemetery. Arrangements by The Sytsema Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 737 E. Apple Ave., Muskegon, MI 49442


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Published by Muskegon Chronicle from Jul. 7 to Jul. 10, 2025.

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James Bauer

July 23, 2025

I knew Joe for many years at the Vikings he was a good friend! JB

Donna McManus (Sagala)

July 18, 2025

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Ted M. Bowman

July 10, 2025

Always enjoyed Joe's company at the Vikings and on the golf course with the Vikings Senior Men's golf . May he rest in peace with a happy hour drink in his hand.

Steve Spetoskey

July 9, 2025

Condolences to the Yeager family. I had a lot of fun growing up with the Yeager's in the Heights back in the day. Cheers to the 5 pm cocktail.
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Rozetta Hekkema

July 8, 2025

I will always LOVE you Uncle Joe you are very special to me.
Aunt Donna may your days be fill with all the memories and love you and Uncle Joe have shared all these years. May God comfort you, your children, grandchildren at this time of sorrow. With much love Rozetta

Kathy McCormick

July 8, 2025

Condolences to the family. So sorry to hear this. Mary, you are a special daughter and did an amazing job with your dad.

Dianne (Batten) Taylor

July 8, 2025

Donna and family We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Joe. He was a great man and a good friend to our family. We have many wonderful memories of the times spent with us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you . Ed, Eric and Dianne Taylor

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