Vernon Robert “Bob” Yant, Born February 3, 1947, at Mercy Hospital in Denver, CO. to George H. Yant and Mildred F. Fritz. Family moved and lived in Ohio until the age of seven, when they moved to Parker, CO.
Attended elementary school in Parker CO. Graduated from Douglas County High School in Castle Rock, CO in 1965.
Married Willa C. Swanson on September 18, 1965. Father of 4 sons: Stephen, Douglas, William, & Kenneth; Grandfather of Cassandra, Megan, Trevor, Andrew, Mikayla, and Jacob; Great Grandfather of Jamison.
Lifelong career in construction, working 40 years at Denver Drywall Company at every position from laborer to Journeyman, Foreman, Superintendent, Project Manager and Estimator. Retired in 2008 in Aurora, CO.
Enjoyed: Working on cars, watching stock car racing, fishing/camping and watching westerns, Huge Denver Broncos fan.
A visitation for Vernon will be held Tuesday, July 25, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Olinger Hampden Mortuary & Cemetery, 8600 East Hampden Ave, Denver, CO 80231.
A funeral service will occur Tuesday, July 25, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 8600 East Hampden Ave, Denver, CO 80231.
A graveside service will occur Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at 12:30 PM at Olinger Hampden Mortuary, 8600 E. Hampden Ave., Denver, CO 80231.
An Open House at Bill & Angie Yant’s home will follow services from 1pm-4pm.,Lunch & Refreshments will be served 4346 S. Gibraltar St. Aurora, CO 80015
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.olingerhampdenmortuary.com for the Yant family.
