David Yoder

David E. Yoder, beloved husband, father, grandfather and uncle, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, December 29th, 2024. He was born on November 9th,1944 in Columbus, Ohio. David graduated from Columbus North High School, and attended Graceland College in Lamoni, Iowa.

He proudly served in The United States Army, during the Vietnam War as a specialist, as an E-5 Sergeant in the Nike Hercules Missile Division. During his time in the army, he won a good conduct medal, as well as, a National Defense Service Medal as Sharpshooter for rifle M-14 and Carbine.

Post college, David graduated from the IBEW Electrical Training Institute and after 40 years of service in the electrical field, he retired in 2010 to care for his mother. He also worked as an assistant business manager in the IBEW Local Union 683 for a few years.

David is survived by the love of his life, Marcia, married for 55 years. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his three children, Sara (Gregg) Flowers, Amy Strine, D. Andrew (Romie) Yoder. Grandchildren, Kaitlyn Zabonik, Morgan Zabonik, Noah Strine, Brooke Strine, Aiden Yoder, and step-grandchildren, Drago (Kelly) Dimitrov, Tanner Flowers, Cody Flowers and siblings, Larry (Betty) Yoder, Mary Margaret McElroy, several nieces and nephews, and good family friend, Jim Strine.

David is preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Mary Yoder, his brothers, John and Joe Yoder.

David was endlessly devoted to the Community of Christ church and its congregation. A faithful member for 72 years, he taught Sunday school, served as Pastor, an Elder, and a financial secretary. In addition, he oversaw numerous building operations. He was a spiritual leader and led by example, in every facet of his life.

David relished his family time. He and Marcie attended as many extracurricular events as possible for their children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed long road trips in the family RV, camping, boating, and gathering for any special occasions. He particularly enjoyed family holidays where he was surrounded by love and laughter. His euchre game was legendary.

He was an avid learner of all things mechanical. He was the one who could read a manual and simply repair whatever needed fixed. Affectionately called the “gadget guy”, he frequently researched all the newest technologies and put them to good use. He carried that passion of learning into his later years, where he could be found watching instructional videos on any novel items. David will be greatly remembered for his robust sense of humor and love for his fellow man. He was always quick to laugh and joke, as well to extend caring concern for everyone he knew.

His smile was contagious and “dad jokes” will always be fondly remembered. The pain of his absence is only eclipsed by his 80 years of fond memories for everyone who knew him.

The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Community of Christ Worthington congregation 110 Park Blvd. Worthington, OH. 43085

A visitation for David will be held Wednesday, January 8, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Schoedinger Worthington, 6699 N High Street, Worthington, OH 43085, followed by a funeral at 12:00 PM.