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James Scott YEAGER

FUNERAL HOME

Littleton & Rue Funeral Home and Crematory

830 N Limestone Street

Springfield, Ohio

James YEAGER Obituary

News Death Notice

YEAGER, James Scott 73, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 24, 2013, in Hospice, Springfield Regional Medical Center. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie, son, Timothy Scott (Tricia )Yeager , and daughter, Crystal Ann (Tony) Shonkwiler, grandchildren, Zachary Scott Shonkwiler (Harlee LeValley), Nicholas Isaac Shonkwiler, Matthew Scott Yeager, Macy Grace Yeager, Aiden James Yeager, and twin great-grandchildren, Oliver Scott and Isaac William Shonkwiler. He is also survived by siblings, Gladys Zachmeyer, The Rev. Leslie (Betty) Yeager, LaVern, and Jay (Judy) Yeager. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tonnie and Paul, sisters: Effie (Scott) Breining, Dorothea (Gene) Strobel, brother, Paul (Katherine) Yeager Sr., and recently by Kim Breining. Jim retired from teaching chemistry and science at North High School in 1997 where he also served as Chess Coach and Ticket Manager. Jim graduated from Wilbur Wright High School in 1958, Wittenberg University in 1962 where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity; He received his Masters Degree from University of Dayton. He was a member of First Lutheran Church and volunteered there as a gardener, a teller, and a faithful worker at Food Pantry. He was a member of Clark County Retired Teachers Association. He volunteered for Athena Credit Union. He was always glad he was able to work with Clark County Audubon and Springfield City Schools to establish the original trails in the Land Lab, behind the former North High School. The family is grateful for all who helped with Jim's care at the SRMC, Kindred Hospital, SRMC Hospice, and Villa Rehab Center, along with prayers and caring from his immediate and extended family, his church family, neighbors, and many friends. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to First Lutheran Church, 30 S. Wittenberg, 45501, or Clark County Audubon Society, c/o 2532 Woodside, 45503, or One Room Schoolhouse project, Clark County Retired Teachers, c/o 2524 Fox Hollow Rd., Springfield OH, 45504. A celebration of Jim's life will be held Saturday, November 30, 11:00 a.m. at First Lutheran Church, Wittenberg and High St., led by Pastor Jim Christian. Visitation with family will precede the memorial service, 10:00-11:00 at the church. The LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME is serving the family. You may express condolences to the family at www.littletonandrue.com

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Published by Springfield News-Sun from Nov. 26 to Nov. 27, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for James YEAGER

25 Entries

Jeanette Calhoun

December 3, 2013

Bonnie and Crystal, I am so sorry for your loss...I hold you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Much love,

Shara Norman

November 27, 2013

Crystal and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. He was a great man, and a very kind man. He will be sorely missed by many.May God wrap his loving arms around you and give you comfort, at this most difficult time.

Sam Beloff

November 27, 2013

As one of Mr Yeager's former students, I will very much miss him! He's responsible for noticing a small attraction between a Junior and Senior student in his class - and matched us as partners. We've been married now for almost 30 years. Goodbye, Mr Yeager. You were a great Chemistry teacher and match-maker!

November 27, 2013

Crystal and Family,
So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Thinking of you and your family! Love you Girl!
Linda Beattie

Linda Lee Tuttle

November 27, 2013

I am very sorry to hear of Mr. Yeager's passing. I enjoyed his class at North. I will pray for the entire family.

November 27, 2013

My Dear Friend, Bonnie and your famiy, I am so saddened for the loss of your Jim. I know he apreciated all of your Love,support, comfort and sweet kindness for so many, many months this past year. I will see you Sat. and take good care of YOU! Love you much and my deepest sympathy to each of you, Mary Goheen

November 27, 2013

Dear Bonnie and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a kind and gentle soul who was always there with a helping hand. I will treasure my memories of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joy Porter

Ruth Louden

November 27, 2013

Mrs. Yeager was my kindergarten teacher then I had the pleasure of having Mr. Yeager at North. He and Mrs. Yeager both a perfect example of a wonderful teacher one that cared about their student's success! My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Yeager family.

November 27, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with James's family during this difficult time.

Dr. Filix and staff

Doris and Herb Bushu

November 27, 2013

Zach and family:

So very sad to hear that you lost your grandfather. Our prayers are with you.

Love,

Ann Garrity

November 26, 2013

What a great man,teacher,neighbor. Prayers for all the Yeagers. You are very dear to me

Lori Robinson

November 26, 2013

Mrs. Yeager was my kindergarten teacher and I knew Mr. Yeager from attending North! I was very sad to hear of his passing!! Keeping the Yeager/Shronkwieler family in my thoughts and prayers!!

Denise Finney

November 26, 2013

Mrs.Yeager, I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers for you and your family.

Pat (Patterson) (Hurd) Spalla

November 26, 2013

I have the Yeager family in my prayers. May God bless.

Madeline Schief

November 26, 2013

My prayers are with the Yeager family at this time. He was my Chemistry teacher at North High during my senior year in 1968 and he had my son as a student in 1991 for Science. He was always friendly and remembered us both when he would see us. He will be missed.

Rich Wiseman

November 26, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Mr. Yeager was a great teacher and cared about his students.

Stacy Shroyer-Former student

November 26, 2013

Rest easy Mr. Yeager, you were one of the good ones.

Ruth Margolis Yorker

November 26, 2013

Mr. Yeager was my teacher at North High in 1975. He helped me appreciate the intricacies of chemistry, and even though I would never be a chemist, he made the classes interesting and fun. May Mr. Yeager's memory be for a blessing to his family and may thoughts of him bring comfort now and in the days to come.

Michael Stewart

November 26, 2013

Bonnie, I will miss seeing you and Jim around at Summer Arts Festival, Clark County Retired Teachers Luncheons, and other places. I thank Jim for helping with my understanding of how the minerals in the rocks bonded and how rocks would break along the bonding lines when I took Geology in college. He was a wonderful teacher and a wonderful friend and colleague.

LEE ANN LOPEZ

November 26, 2013

Crystal, So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was always a nice man and I am praying for your family.

Tamika

November 26, 2013

I'm sorry for your loss. God has gained an amazing Angel. Mr. Yeager was my Teacher in 1996. I truly enjoyed being in his class he made it fun. He was truly a great person. Rest In Heaven Mr. Yeager.

Kim McGowan

November 26, 2013

I was so saddened to hear of Jim's passing. I always enjoyed the times we spent together and will miss him greatly. Hugs and prayers to Bonnie and the rest of his family.

David Steen

November 26, 2013

Mr. Yeager opened his house to me like a second son. I was and still am his son's best friend.

Becky Branam

November 26, 2013

RIP Mr Yeager. He was my 9th grade Science teacher and one of my favorites! May GOD carry his family through this difficult time.

Kathy Schmitt

November 26, 2013

May the beautiful memories you all share of your loved one be of comfort now and always. Thinking of you in your time of sorrow and praying that your heavy hearts be healed.

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