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for David Yakacki
Bradley and Lexie Speck
January 25, 2010
We wish that he could still be here with me because he was a great doctor and he always kept me and brad happy. Every time we would visit him he would give bradley money and me too. We know he'll always be with us no matter what.
Patty Reed
January 11, 2010
I worked with Dr. Yakacki in Peds at Memorial, he was a great friend and Doctor. We would share cooking recipes. When my two sons had strep and gave it to me he treated all three of us. I will miss him but know he is at peace
Lonny Smouse
January 5, 2010
R.I.P. Dr. Yakacki... Thank you for taking care of my daughter Mabrey in her early childhood. Love and service is obviously the code you lived by as the many testimonials in your guest book will attest to. My sympathies to your family.
Paul Friedley
January 5, 2010
Our family met Dave during our too few years in New Freedom. The first time my wife came home after meeting him, she constantly talked about how friendly and nice he was. She said he genuinely cared and listened to people. These qualities are what drew people to Dave.
My daughter, Tish, was very excited after meeting Dr. Yakacki and knowing he would be our grandson Cameron's pediatrician. When Mabrey was born, we knew she would also be in caring, capable hands. Dave was there at a moments notice, always answering or returning phone calls almost immediately. Janie, Tish, Cameron, Mabrey and I will always be eternally greatful for the loving care and listening provided to our entire family. Dave was a wonderful, sensitive, loving, and caring friend who will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Paul, Janie, Tish, Mabrey, Cameron, Paul Jr.
Mary Jo Kraft
January 4, 2010
Linda, Karin, Chris,
How sad to learn of the passing of Dave. May memories help you in this dark time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. George & Mary Jo Kraft
Missy and Brad Duerr
January 1, 2010
I met Dr.Dave through my husband. Dr.Dave was my husband's uncle. For the last 15 years I have spent nearly every holiday at Aunt Linda and Dr.Dave's for dinner. Dr.Dave made me feel right at home from the very first time we met. Dr.Dave was always there for my family. I would call and ask medical advice for our son and he would be there for us. I knew Dr.Dave as a very caring and loving Dr. as well as a caring and loving Uncle. We will carry him in our hearts forever. Aunt Linda, Chris, Karin, we are family and we are here for you. Call us if you need anything. We love you all.
Wendell R. Speck
January 1, 2010
To Wife, Children, Grandchildren;
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Our deepest condolences as you deal with the loss of your husband, father, and grandfather. May God's comfort embrace you all.
Wendell & Linda Speck
Diane May
January 1, 2010
Linda, you and your family are in my prayers. I knew you and Dave many years ago as part of the York Hospital Parents Club and have heard of him many times over the years as the great pediatrician he was. I pray that you would have peace as you celebrate his life.
Jim Gentzler
December 31, 2009
My deepest sympathy to Linda and the family.
Joshua Lee
December 31, 2009
Dearest mom#2 and family,
I am deeply saddened by the sudden passing of dad#2.
I remember my stay in Shrewsbury, our first chat at the patio, the wonderful moments we shared watching Six Feet Under at the basement, the time he took me to the barber, the ice-cream time, and I remember he wrote me a card hoping that our lines would cross again before I left Shrewsbury.
I am at a loss for words, and I cannot really say much except for how I appreciated Dave for his generosity and sense of humor.
I will surely miss him.
I will continue to pray for you.
Hugs.
Love,
Josh
Michelle Hopkins
December 31, 2009
Words cannot explain the rush of feelings I had when I learned of his passing. David was a driving force behind my chosen career path. I wanted to be a doctor when I was a child because "I wanted to help sick people just like David does". Although my interests led me on a slightly different trek, David was with me on one of the most important days of my life: graduation from physical therapy school. It was such a sense of accomplishment, and to have my "mentor" share that day with me was truly a blessing.
Janet Strausbaugh
December 30, 2009
Dear Linda and Family, David was a caring, compassionate physician who will be missed by the entire Pediatric Community here in York. He was kind enough to care for our practice's patients who were born at MOH, and parents spoke well of him. I can remember seeing him on the Pediatric Floor late at night, admitting a sick child. He was a good person who always had a kind word. I am so sorry for your loss.
Jim Munsey
December 30, 2009
Linda and Family,
Dave and I were Knights of Columbus friends. He and I worked together as Financial Secratery / Treasurer team for 2 to 3 years. We took our Fourth Degree together. Have not had much contact in last couple years, but always thought of him as my friend.
Wish you all well and will keep in my prayers.
Faye Hamilton
December 30, 2009
Dave was my sons pediatrician for several years when we lived in PA. Chris and my son were in the same class and were friends for many years. I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Faye Hamilton
Esther & Eunice Lu
December 30, 2009
Dave was a very good friend, almost like a second father to us. He was very kind and caring, and took very good care of us everytime we visit the states. We will miss you, Dave. May you rest in peace.
Linda, we are so, so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts are with you and your family in this moment of grief. May God bless you all with strength and peace of mind.
Lexie Speck
December 30, 2009
I wish he could be here with me because i loved him a lot he was the best doctor any little girl could have!!!!
Jen Miller
December 30, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. Dr. Yakacki was the absolute best pediatrician my children had...he always had time for them and always managed to ease my fears! My kids adored him! Again...we are so sorry for your loss.
John Wolfe
December 30, 2009
You cared for my two sons and my daughter from their births until your retirement. Always kind and loving, you opened your office in the middle of the night on more than one occasion to care for one of them. A true doctor in the broadest sense and a good man. You are already missed. God bless you and your family.
John and Terry Wolfe
December 29, 2009
We will be forever grateful to Dr. Yakacki for his diagnosis of our son's illness and for taking care of it quickly and successfully. He was the best Pediatrician Our thoughts and prayers are with Linda and the family.
J&D Folger
Jodi Baker
December 29, 2009
Linda and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief. May God Bless each of you.
Jodi
John & Shelley Pokrivka
December 29, 2009
Dave was a loving and caring physican and a lovely person. Our prayers are with his family, may you find comfort in knowing he is at peace.
T.J. Bradley
December 29, 2009
I am sorry to hear about his passing. I remember him coming to my and Chris's soccer games when we were younger. He will be missed
December 29, 2009
To the family of "Dr. Dave" May you have peace in your hearts, and nothing but good memories. Ruth Harbold Nauss
Vickie Edleblute
December 28, 2009
I remember Dr. Yakacki when I worked Peds at Memorial. I then took both my children to him in Shrewsbury.
I enjoyed working with him a lot.
Barbara Egan Nursing and Rehab
December 28, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
LuAnn Smith
December 28, 2009
I first met Dr. Yakacki as a first year intern at Memorial Hospital. He was young, eager and caring. I could tell he possessed the qualities to be a fine physician. May he rest in peace and comfort with the Lord and may God's grace be with your family during this time.
Diann Bishop
December 28, 2009
We have lost one of the best childrens doctors York has seen in a very long time. The care he gave to my 2 children as infants was second to none. He was a wondeful kind caring man who will be greatly missed by the community he served. My prayers are with his family. May peace come to you through our Lord.
The Moore Family
December 28, 2009
I am extremely saddened to hear of the loss of Dr. Yakacki. He was a wonderful pediatrician to my children. Often coming in to his office on off hours to care for them. No one has come even close to the caring and service he provided for my boys. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
December 28, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with Linda, Karin, Chris, Ashley and the Grandchildren as they go through this difficult time. May God be your source of comfort.
Annette and Thomas Wheeler
Bonnie Triplett
December 28, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lindsay Gilroy
December 28, 2009
Dr. Yakacki was the best pediatrician to me when I was younger and to my son when he was born. You will be missed!
Marie Agnello
December 28, 2009
Dear Linda,
My thoughts are with you in your time of great sorrow. You are in my prayers. May God grant you strength and peace.
Lynn Keller
December 28, 2009
Condolances and prayers to you and your family. I worked with Dr Yakacki many years ago at Memorial and recently at York. He always had a smile for everyone. Peace be with you during this time.
December 28, 2009
deepest sympathy to linda and family .may god be with you in this time of need joan and john shaver
Barb Sleeger
December 28, 2009
Dear Linda, Chris, Karin and families,
My sincere sympathy goes to each of you. May you find peace during this difficult time with all the good memories of Dave. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. As always, I'm here for you especially in the coming days and weeks.
Rev. Michael Salnicky
December 28, 2009
Dave,
I am flooded with memories of you, dear cousin, from riding on the handlebars of your bike as you took me from my house to yours on the old trolley trail to the time you and your polka band wore those wigs and were playing the Beatle's "She love's you yea yea yea" in the front room of your parent's house. And I can't forget the night you, cousin Marge, and I overindulged on steamed clams and beer and vowed never to eat another clam in our lives again. And the morning of your wedding as you looked a little green at the mention of scrambled eggs for breakfast. You are loved by family and friends and will be missed. Our Lord said "Let the little children come to me" and you lived by that creed with the gifts God gave you. May you find rest in His loving embrace and may you be remembered forever.
Fr. Michael
December 28, 2009
Dear Linda and family ,
May God bless you with peace at this time . May you take comfort in knowing that David hepled thousands of patients ( and parents) thoughout his career . Also , he passed on his pediatric knowledge to several medical students and residents that will affect patients for years to come .
I used to enjoyed talking with him at the medical society meetings . It was with great pride and joy that he spoke about his family and all of your accomplishments . He will be missed .
We are all praying for you ,
Ulana Klufas D.O.
Nancy Unger
December 28, 2009
Dear Linda, May God be with you in this time of sorrow and grant you peace. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
December 28, 2009
Chris and family,
We were so shocked and saddened by this news. We knew him on two levels, one as a very good pediatrician when the kids were small, one as the father of a wonderful young man who has been our son's best friend since grade school.
You are in our hearts and prayers and it goes without saying that we are here for whatever you may need.
Love, Glen and Terry Smith and family
Bob and Karen Almony
December 28, 2009
Dr. Yakacki took care of both of my children who had asthma. He would show up at the hospital unexpected to just check in on them. Loving, caring, and a true doctor with heart. Our sympathy to Linda and the family. May God be with you during this very difficult time.
Melissa K
December 28, 2009
Linda and family - my deepest sympathy to you during this time. May you find comfort and peace in the kindness of friends and the memories of your time together. God be with you...
gail rohrbaugh
December 28, 2009
My deepest sympathy to Linda, and the children and grandchildren, Dr Yakacki was an excellent pediatrician, He took excellent care of my grandchildren. I remember being at a party with them, and his beeper was constantly going off, and he always put his patients first. May God give you all strength to get thru this sad time.
Susan Forrey
December 28, 2009
Dr. Yakacki was always there when I needed him no matter what the time was. Many a night he treated my young diabetic child who had terrible ear infections. He always returned my calls, saw my child after hours and never once asked for payment before service. A true Doctor! Thank you again for being a super terrific doctor and person. We will miss you.
December 28, 2009
You took care of my son from birth until you retired.
We have never forgotten you,
You will live in our hearts and memories forever,
the Smelgus family (Tre)
Susan Horn
December 28, 2009
I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Yakacki for a few years and found him to be an excellent and caring physician, not just to his patients, but in calming the anxieties of the parents. The office schedule was always met with great anticipation to see who would have the opportunity to work with Dr. Yakacki the one Saturday a month he worked in the York office. His knowledge in the history of the coal mines was remarkable. Thank you Dave for your gift of healing and at many times, laughter. May your family find comfort knowing that you were a great person.
Celena Smith
December 27, 2009
Dr. Yakacki was a pleasure to know, I loved him as my children's pediatrician. I never looked forward to taking my sick child to the doctors, but going to see Dr. Yakacki I knew he would help ease my worries. It didn't mater what time, day, or night he always took my phone calls. God Bless you, and thank you for blessing us with your presence on this earth. A wonderful man! My deepest sympathies to all your loved ones!
D G
December 27, 2009
May you all find peace!
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