Donald L. Yeakey, March 19, 1937 - September 11, 2026.
Donald L. Yeakey, 89, Michigan City, Indiana, passed away Friday, September 11, 2026, at 1:44 a.m. at Brickyard Healthcare-Terrace Care Center, La Porte, Indiana.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Thursday, October 29, 2026, at the Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel, 418 Washington St., Michigan City, IN, with Brother Shaun Gray officiating. Burial will follow in St. Stanislaus Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:00 am - 11:00 am, Thursday at the Funeral Chapel.
He was born March 19, 1937, in Moberly, Missouri, to the late Francis and Aline (Waldington) Yeakey. On February 27, 1960, in Michigan City, Indiana, he married Karen (Tatarski) Yeakey, who preceded him in death on February 4, 2022.
Surviving are his son, John (Colette) Yeakey of Culver, Indiana; son-in-law, Ted Itzoe of Fort Lauderdale, Florida; six grandchildren, Amanda (Matt) Retseck, Jamie (Adam) Kemmerer, Jessica Yeakey, Ashley (Eric) Berg, Barry Oliver and Tyler Itzoe; six great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Ernie Yeakey of California and Frankie Yeakey of Arkansas.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Karen Yeakey; and two daughters, Kathi Davis and Ann Marie Itzoe; grandson, Jason Oliver; two brothers, Charles "Boots" Yeakey and Junior "Jr." Yeakey; and four sisters Barbara Jean Yeakey, Annie Horton, Mary Miller and Helen Yeakey.
Donald retired from NIPSCO after many years of dedicated service, during which he held a variety of positions. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1956 - 1959. He was a member of the St. Joseph Young Men's Society and attended St. Stanislaus Catholic Church.
Donald was a devoted family man who treasured the time he spent with those he loved, especially his grandchildren. Being surrounded by his family brought him great joy, and the memories they made together held a special place in his heart. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed entertaining family and friends.
A talented and accomplished woodworker, Donald was well known for his remarkable ability to create just about anything from wood. His craftsmanship was so impressive that his work was even featured in a magazine. Among his many creations was a functional, full-sized merry-go-round, a testament to his creativity, ingenuity and exceptional woodworking skills. Donald took great pride in his projects and enjoyed sharing his talents with those around him.
Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's & Dementia Services of Northern Indiana, 111 Sunnybrook Ct., South Bend, IN 46637.
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