Gordon Frederick Yach

Gordon F. Yach, 80, of both Las Vegas and Eagle Valley, NV, passed away Wedneday, September 26, 2018. He was born August 28, 1938 to C. E. “Doc” and Elizabeth “Lily” Sherbert Yach in Steven Point, WI. He was a 60 year resident of Las Vegas. Gordon served in the U.S. Air Force and attended the University of Wisconsin. He served 26 years as a LVMPD police officer - retiring as the Director of Detention Services. Gordon enjoyed among other things; music, playing his guitar (self-taught), riding and raising their Arabian horses, telling stories about the old Las Vegas to friends & family (which led to authoring a book), and of course, keeping up with his Greenbay Packers every year!

He is survived by his wife Joyce, sister Suzanne Kalepp (WI), and 4 of 5 children, sons: Mark Yach (of Eagle Valley), Rick (Teri) Yach, Dr. Christopher (Terri Fujikawa) Yach, and daughter Tisha De Leon - all of Las Vegas. 7 Grandchildren: Cole, Chandler, Sofia, Ryann, Dino, Dylan, & Seth. 2 great grandchildren Silver & Link - all of Las Vegas. He is preceded in death by son Mitchell, brother David, and both parents. Gordon, along with his sense of humor, will be deeply missed. A celebration of life will be held on Sat, Oct 13 @ 2:00 pm (call 702-378-2121 for details).