Yonke, David

David "Dave Cat" Martin Yonke, 58, of Oshkosh, WI passed away Thursday November 5th 2015.

David was born November 7th 1956 to John and Juanita Yonke in Kankakee, IL.

David was a Marine that served his country from 1974 until his honorable discharge in 1976. He married the love of his life in 1977. He spent most of his years as a mechanic. He then managed his own hard wood flooring business, he always took great pride in his skilled work as a craftsman. Spent several years working for Milwaukee PC honing his skills in computer technology. David recently obtained his CDL from Fox Valley Technical College and was working with the Kruepke Trucking Company out of Jackson, WI.

David will be remembered for his compassion for others, his willingness to help all at any moment, his sound counsel and advice, and his jovial innocent heart. Whether David was helping you with your car, life problems, tinkering around with whatever needed fixing or creating and customizing, he did it with a warm smile, bountiful laughter, and generous heart. He was loved by many and always willing to help and teach. He was a pure joy to have in your life and he will be missed by many.

David enjoyed every ounce of his extended and immediate family. He looked forward to coming home from being on the road to his wife and grandchildren. Anytime he was away for the week, we all looked forward to seeing "Papa" on the weekends. David enjoyed working on computers, vehicles, engineering, fishing, and spending time with his brothers.

David is survived by his wife Linda, two sons - Brian (wife Kate, grandchildren Brady, Etta, Rose) and Joseph (Jess and grandchildren Emelia, Ethan, Estella, and Evelyn). His father, John Yonke (Mary). His brothers Bruce (Sherry), Brent (Sue), Kevin (Doris), Eric (Martha) and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Juanita Yonke, whom he thought about and missed every day.

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 9th from 9:00-11:00 am, his Celebration of Life Service will be at 11:00 am with Fr. Edward Looney officiating. All events will be taking place at St. Raphael's church in Oshkosh, WI.

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Published by Oshkosh Northwestern on Nov. 7, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for David Yonke

16 Entries

Mark casler

November 28, 2015

To the family of Dave, I can't tell you how sorry i am . Dave was a great guy and i was floored to learn of his passing. We worked together and played sometimes together. God Bless him and his family !

Kilcoyne

November 10, 2015

You have our deepest sympathy.

Debbie Fox

November 9, 2015

Dear Linda and family; my deepest sympathy to your and your family.

Brittany Stieg

November 9, 2015

My deepest condolences to the family of David. Just remember that he is always watching you, and is now in a much better place.
Peace and Love.

carol schmoker

November 8, 2015

Linda and family. I am so sorry for your loss. I am sure he will be deeply missed. Hugs your way.carol gross schmoker

Janet/John Kunde

November 7, 2015

"When Someone you Love becomes a Memory, that Memory becomes a Treasure"

"Life ends, but Love is eternal"

"Death leaves a heartache, no one can heal,
Love leaves a memory, no one can steal."

We met Dave at Milwaukee PC years ago, what a wonderful man.
Our sympathy to the family.
With faith in the man above, God will give you strength thru these trying times.

Patricia Schlack

November 7, 2015

So sorry for your loss, Linda. I will pray for you and your family. Sending you my love.

Arleen Duffy

November 7, 2015

Please accept my deepest sympathies, Linda. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Soozii Madden

November 7, 2015

I can not begin to tell you how very sad we are to hear the news about Dave. Even though we did not see you a lot whenever we did it was always great and lots of laughing! So glad we got to hang out in Madison with you guys! We will never forget Dave's enormous laugh and jovial personality. You are in our hearts and prayers sweet Linda, along with the rest of your family. God Bless...
Love Soozii & Rocky Madden

November 7, 2015

My thoughts are with you all. Jillian Rooker

Louise Phillips

November 7, 2015

Linda, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

We have lots of fun memories from our trip to WI thanks to your hospitality. I remember David's fun sense of humor.

Trust in God's love to keep you during this time.

Love
Louise, Jamie & Taylor

Red Simpson

November 7, 2015

I was shocked to hear Dave had passed. Dave was one of those few people you meet in life that you could count on to be there when you needed him. I'll never forget taking the Boy Scouts to the Willow Flowage with him. He was a good friend & the best neighbor I've ever had. My heart goes out to Linda and the boys.

November 7, 2015

Dear Linda and family. I am so sorry to hear of David's death. He was much to young.
My condolences. Mary Dunlap

November 7, 2015

Just got the message and my heart aches for you, Linda, and all of the family. I tried to check every semi on the way down to Florida...looking for a quick glimpse of his handsome face and cute smile...now he is cruising the highways of heaven. Our thoughts, prayers, sympathy, hugs, and love. Luanne & Mike

Anna Karst

November 7, 2015

I am very sad to hear of Dave's passing and very shocked too. I just seen him about a month or so ago. I always waited on him at the Winneconne Kwik Trip and seen him from time to time at my new store here in Oshkosh on Witzel. I always enjoyed his smile and warm heart. He always took time to listen and that made me feel good. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Dave was a kind man and will be missed dearly.

Sandra Jewson (Sweetalla)

November 7, 2015

Linda my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. I hadn't seen you or Dave in many years but remember the good times we had. He used to work on my car when he worked at Midas years ago too. I used to work with you at Franciscan Courts where we had MANY a good times. Take care and my thoughts and prayers are with you.

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