Eugene Yeokum
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Eugene K. Yeokum, 82, passed away quietly at home on August 25, 2018. Gene was born on June 23, 1936, in Cedar County, Missouri, the 8th of nine children born to John W. and Ruby Jackson Yeokum. He was united in marriage to Bonnie Kenney on April 6, 1959.
In 1954 Gene enlisted in the U.S. Army and spent the next four years proudly serving his country. He was hired by the City of Raytown in 1965 as a laborer and worked his way to the top, serving as Director of Public Works for the last 15 years of his employment with the city. He enjoyed and was proud of his service to the citizens of Raytown and was respected by those he served.
Gene’s passion, second only to his love for family and friends, was golf. After his retirement in 2000 he was on the golf course at every opportunity. To quote him, “I play golf whenever weather permits and sometimes in spite of the weather.”
He was a loving and gentle man who will be greatly missed. Gene is survived by his wife, Bonnie, son William “Bill” Yeokum (Kelley), daughter Amy Yeokum, four grandsons Jason Yeokum, Blake Nodwell, Braedon Pemberton and Gabriel Parker, one granddaughter Jacqueline Herring, three great-grandsons Zachary Elliott, William Yeokum, Jr., and Trevin Harrison, one great-granddaughter Elizabeth Elliott, and numerous nieces and nephews who loved him. He is also survived by his one remaining sibling, Goldie Thornton of El Dorado Springs, Missouri.
Visitation will be held on September 4, 2018, at 10 a.m. at Heartland Cremation and Burial Society followed by service at 11 a.m. Interment with military honors will be at 3:00 p.m. at Alder Cemetery located east of Stockton, Missouri on Highway M.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Midwest Animal ResQ in Raytown or to your favorite charity.
Visits: 17
This world has lost a loving soul to the heavenly bodies. Gene was a wonderful loving person that could pull a joke and take one with the best. He was loved very, very much by his family and friends. Uncle Gene we have a hole in our hearts from your going, but great memories of your life. Barbara Pate
So very sorry for your loss
These are the times I am so sad to be so far away from my family! My heart is sad and my thoughts are with you all at this difficult time! All of my love and a big hug to all of you! Doris
Even though distance has kept me apart from my Yeokum family, I have fond memories of our times together. My condolences to the family and I pray all will hold on to the special memories of this loving man who is now in our God’s loving hands. LuWana Yeokum Clary
It’s been so many years since I had the pleasure of time spent with you. Your smile was a reward kf the heart, snd there is nothing like a Yeokum’s sense of humor. Our loss, Heaven’s reward. God Bless all who mourn.
Uncle Gene I love you and will miss you so very much. Such a loving and caring man. You will be missed by your family and Heaven has gained a great man. All my love.
I worked with Gene at Raytown City Hall in the old school building in 1972. He was always so friendly, helpful and downright funny. We all loved him. Heaven is gaining a warm loving fun angel at everyone else’s loss. My sincerest sympathies to his family and friends.
HIS GREATNESS SHINES BRIGHT IN HIS FAMILY….