Eldon A. Yoder

Eldon A. Yoder, a devoted family man, passed away on October 4, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on May 24, 1942, Eldon graduated from Navarre High School and dedicated himself to a career as a truck driver for over 40 years before retiring. Throughout his distinguished career he earned several safe driver certificates and was a proud member of the Teamsters Union. His commitment to his work was only overshadowed by his love for his family.

Eldon is survived by his loving wife, Linda, who stood by his side through the years. He is also survived by his daughter Lori Petty and three sons: Steve (Kim) Yoder, Bob (Jill) Yoder, and Shawn Yoder. He will be remembered lovingly by his brother, Henry (Nadyne) Yoder, and a large extended family that includes many sisters-in-law, a brother-in-law, nine grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Eldon's jovial personality and warm spirit were trusted constants in the lives of those he loved.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew J. Yoder and Sarah A. Yoder, and by his siblings: brothers, Norm Yoder, Earl Yoder, and Joe Yoder; and sisters, Lizzie Ann Yoder, and Mabel Isenschmid. Eldon’s legacy is one of love, strength, and compassion, cherished by all who knew him.

A heartfelt thank you to the staff at Stone Creek Memory Care for their wonderful support to Eldon and his family.

Eldon A. Yoder will be dearly missed, and his memory will live on in the hearts of all those he touched.

Visitation will be held on October 13, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at Paquelet & Arnold-Lynch Funeral Homes located at 1100 Wales Rd NE, Massillon, OH 44646. Following the visitation, a funeral service will be conducted at 11:30 AM, with a graveside service at Sunset Hills Burial Park, 5001 Everhard Road Northwest, Canton, OH 44718 by 12:30 PM. The day will conclude with a Luncheon at the funeral home from 1:15 PM to 3:00 PM.

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