Michael Edward Yearack, 54, of Marion passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2015 at 10:50 am while working at Shawnee Community College in Ullin.
Mike was born February 25, 1961 in Marion the son of Edward L. and Mary L. (Campbell) Yearack.
He worked as an electrician for 30 plus years and was a member of the IBEW Local 702. When he wasn’t working he loved spending time with his family, taking his niece and nephew to the Miner’s games. Looking at antique tractors and attending the Thrasher’s Convention was something he enjoyed doing with his cousin Kevin. Mike was very active in his church, Marion Second Baptist, he loved his church family. He was an avid reader. He was well respected by his fellow workers and was always willing to help others.
Survivors include his;Mother – Mary Yearack of Marion
Brother – James Steven Yearack of Marion
Brother – David Lee Yearack and wife Lisa “Faith” of Poughkeepsie, New York
Niece – April Yearack of Poughkeepsie, New York
Nephew – Erik Yearack of Poughkeepsie, New York
Cousin – Kevin Yearack of Energy
Aunt – Betty Yearack of West Frankfort
Aunt – Cheryl Locker (Paul) of Richmond, Kentucky
Cousin – Gina Dabney (Ronnie) of Richmond, Kentucky
Cousin – Daniel Allopenna (Jenny) of Roseville, California
Several other Aunts, Uncles and cousins across the United States
Preceded by his Father, Edward Yearack and Uncle Steve Yearack.
Funeral services will be Sunday, August 2, 2015 at 2 pm at Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home with Rev. Mark Mohler and Dr. Bob Wagner officiating. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 5 – 8 pm and Sunday from 1 pm until the time of service at the funeral home.
For those who prefer memorials may be made to the 2nd Baptist Church Building Fund or American Heart Association. Envelopes will be available and accepted at Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home, or by mail to 800 North Market Street, Marion, Illinois 62959.