Ronald G. Yenerich

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Posted 9/18/19

NAVARRE, Fla. - Ronald George “Ron” Yenerich, 75, of Navarre, Fla., formerly of Paw Paw, passed away, Aug. 16, 2019.

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Ronald G. Yenerich

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NAVARRE, Fla. - Ronald George “Ron” Yenerich, 75, of Navarre, Fla., formerly of Paw Paw, passed away, Aug. 16, 2019.

A local graveside memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Compton for family and close friends. A memorial service will also be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 14 at First Lutheran Church in Fort Smith, Ark. with Pastor Merrill officiating.

Ron was born July 28, 1944 to Jim and Doris (Wolfe) Yenerich. He married Phyllis Ann Johnson.

Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Phyllis of Navarre, Fla.; one daughter, Tammy Helliker of Bradenton, Fla.; one son, Bradley Yenerich of Belfair, Wash.; one sister, Connie Williams of Mendota; four grandchildren, Abigail Schnicker, Ross Helliker, Madeline Yenerich and Miranda Yenerich; and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Ron was a retired Cassen’s Transport driver with 30 years of service and numerous safe driving awards. He enjoyed building and flying RC airplanes, boating, fishing and spending time with family and friends.

Memorial donations may be made in Ron’s name to First Lutheran Church, Fort Smith, Ark. at www.firstlutheran.com or mail: First Lutheran Church, 1115 D St. North, Fort Smith, AR 72901.