Joseph Yelk
October 10, 1922 - November 03, 2014
Obituary
Yelk, Joseph H.
MONONA/SUN PRAIRIE –Joseph H. Yelk, age 92, passed away on Monday, Nov. 3, 2014. He was born on Oct. 10, 1922, in Sun Prairie Township, the son of Charles and Martha (Schuster) Yelk. He married Carolyn M. Rutlin on May 18, 1946, at Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Catholic Church in Sun Prairie. Joe joined the Carpenter Local #314 in 1948 and worked for several local contractors for 36 years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 4527, and served as the Grand Knight. Joe enjoyed watching sports, ballroom dancing, fishing, and playing cards with friends and family. Joe spent many hours of his time volunteering his assistance with resolving construction issues for his family, friends, neighbors and church. Joseph is survived by four daughters, Jane Gilberts, Connie, Judy Karls, and Carey (Ralph) Bradley; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Carolyn in 2013; brothers, Roger (Marie), Michael (Alice), and Gervas; and niece, Kathy. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH, 5101 Schofield St, Monona, at 11 a.m., on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014. Burial will be at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608)221-5420
Events
Visitation
Sat Nov 8, 2014 @ 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church Monona • 5101 Schofield St., Monona, WI 53716
Mass of Christian Burial
Sat Nov 8, 2014 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church Monona • 5101 Schofield St., Monona, WI 53716
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Memories
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Karen L. Duffey
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Yelk Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. Joe was such a wonderful person. God Bless him.
Karen L. Duffey
IHM Parishioner
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Therese Thompson
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I ushered with Joe at IHM. He was such a wonderful man. I know it was hard on him when he lost his wife. Now they can be together again,
Therese Thompson
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Claudia Yelk Quick
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Joe was such a wonderful man. So very kind and caring. His family meant so very much to him. He was proud of each of you. I am sorry for your loss. Treasure the memories.
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Harold Bakken
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I am a retired Local 314 carpenter. I met Joe at our monthly union breakfasts and picnics. He was a delightful man. He shared many of his carpenter stories from his years in the trade. He also spoke fondly of his family. I had many long conversations with him. I will miss him sitting at my table. My wife and I send you our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. He will always be present in your hearts and memories.
Harold and Pat Bakken