Donald Eugene Yankey, Sr., age 84, of Washington C.H., Ohio, passed away Friday February 3, 2023, at the Autumn Years Nursing Center in Sabina.
He was born on May 26, 1938, in Hillsboro, Ohio, the son of the late Otto and Eliza (Taylor) Yankey.
Donald proudly served his country in the United States Army for over 22 years and after his duty in the military, he worked for General Motors for over 25 years. He was a member of the New Vienna Senior Citizens Center. He enjoyed fixing neighbor’s clocks, lawn mowers, and when he had time, he enjoyed fishing.
Donald is survived by three children, Donald Yankey, Jr. of Washington C.H., Ohio, Shelley Yankey of Hillsboro, and Herman (Shelia) Richardson; fourteen grandchildren, and many great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Tina Yankey; a son, Gregory Richardson; one sister, Helen Yankey; three brothers, Robert Lee Yankey, Ronnie Yankey, and Lawrence Yankey.
Graveside services, with military honors presented by the Highland County Honor Guard, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday February 10, 2023, in the Dunkard Ridge Cemetery.
The Turner & Son Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family.