Obituary of John Yohe

John P. Yohe, 84, returned home to the Lord Tuesday morning, September 29. He passed comfortably at home after a lengthy battle with cancer and an overwhelming desire to be together again with his wife of 62 years, Patricia (Abate) Yohe, who preceded him in death May 2 of this year. Born March 17, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY, he was the second child of Charles Yohe and Anne Quinlivan. He has been a resident of North Bellmore for over 50 years.

In addition to his wife, Mr. Yohe was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Charles, Joseph and Francis.

He and his wife Pat were the devoted parents of three children, all of whom survive him:

John P. Yohe (Diane), Nicholas J. Yohe (Anne), and Mary A. Haltigan (Leo). He is also survived by 8 grandchildren, John P. Yohe III, Matthew G. Yohe, Dr. Nicholas J. Yohe (Caitlyn), John P. Yohe (Stephanie), Thomas J. Yohe, Kevin W. Yohe, Dr. Emily Haltigan and Leo F. Haltigan. Mr. Yohe was also blessed with two great grandchildren, Luca John Yohe and Alexander P. Haltigan. 

Mr. Yohe is also survived by his sister in law, Arlene (Menella) Yohe, nephews Charles C. Yohe, Jr.  and Joseph Yohe and niece Stephanie Yohe-Mellone (John).

A wake will be held Sunday, October 4 at Thomas Glynn Funeral Home in Rockville Centre, NY from 1 to 5 pm. A Funeral Mass and service of remembrance for both John and Patricia will be held at St. Dominic's RC Church, 93 Anstice St., Oyster Bay, NY  Monday, October 5 at 10:30 am. Burial will be held at St. Charles Cemetery, Wellwood Ave, Farmingdale.