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Michael Yuhas Obituary
SOUTH BEND - "Mike" Yuhas, 82, of South Bend, IN, passed away on Saturday, November 3, 2012, at Holy Cross Village in South Bend. He was born August 21, 1930, in Calumet City, IL, to Mary & Michael J. Yuhas II, where he grew up working in the family bakery. Mike attended the University of Notre Dame where he was introduced to his future Saint Mary's College bride, Catherine, by his twin sister Shirley at "Mardi Gras Night." After graduation from Notre Dame in 1953, Mike served two years in the United States Army. During this period, Mike and Catherine were married on May 10, 1954, and lived together in Verdun, France. After returning stateside, Mike took a job at US Steel, and he & Catherine started a family in Merrillville, IN. Together they had seven children. Mike later moved the family to South Bend, where he worked at Notre Dame and eventually retired from Stanz Food Service in 1996. After retirement, Mike enjoyed walking & socializing at the Notre Dame Loftus Center, as well as spending time with his children and eight grandchildren. He was a longtime parishioner of Christ the King Catholic Church. Mike is survived by his wife, Catherine, his twin sister, Shirley Fitzgerald of Massachusetts, and younger brother, Tom Yuhas of California. Also surviving are his children, Michael J. Yuhas IV (Sandy) of Arizona, Mary King (Michael) of California, Carol Yuhas of Ohio, Tom Yuhas (Franny) of Maryland, Jim Yuhas of Michigan, Paul Yuhas of California and David Yuhas (Juliann) of Granger. Surviving grandchildren include Elise Mejias (David), Rebecca Yuhas, Sarah Yuhas and Michael J. Yuhas V, all of Arizona, Michael & Andrew King of California, and Grace & David Yuhas of Granger. The Yuhas family would like to thank the staff at Holy Cross Village Dujarie House for their care and support. Friends may visit with family from 3-6 pm Thursday, November 8, 2012, at Palmer Funeral Home - Hickey Chapel, 17131 Cleveland Road, South Bend. Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 am Friday, November 9, 2012, at Christ the King Catholic Church, 52473 Indiana 933, South Bend, and private interment will be held for family at Cedar Grove Cemetery, Notre Dame. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Christ the King Catholic Church. Online condolences may be left for the Yuhas family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Gerry Jendras
December 6, 2012
Juliann- I was on-line and your father-in-laws obituary came up. I'd like to extended my deepest sympathy to you, David and the rest of the Yuhas Family on the passing of Mr. Yuhas.
Auntie Gerry
Raymond Schuman
November 9, 2012
I only met Michael once at dinner with my classmate Tom and his folks. I remember how animated he was and very personable. I am sorry to hear of his death. My prayers are with all the family.
November 8, 2012
To Catherine and all of Mike's children and friends: We were very sad to hear of Mike's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathies and condolonces at this time. Our thoughts abd prayers are with all of you. Brian, Ellen Alex and James Fitzgerald, North Andover, MA
November 8, 2012
I enjoyed working with Mike at Stanz. His standard uniform of Blue Shirt, Dark BLue Slacks and white tennis shoes will always be in my memory. I also loved his Overcoat and furry hat. He spoke loving of his family and especially of "the children's mother". I always laughed when he would say that. May the fond memories help you through the rough times.
Julie Moore
Sandy Kirish
November 7, 2012
Mike and Sandy,
so sorry to hear of your dads passing you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of grief. We are so glad that you was ablwe to come and visit while he was still alive a few weeks back and see him one last time before he went home to be with his maker. Love the Kirish Family & Shirley (Kirish) Wesolowski
Chip & Lori Jo Healy
November 6, 2012
Mike was a character, and a classy one at that. His patience with people like me and our ignorance of computers was amazing. Working with him was a pleasure and our prayers go out to the family.
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