Creg Warren Yonker of Bozeman, Montana, formerly of Lynden, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 2 from a construction accident in Montana. Creg was born on Dec. 12, 1955 to Warren and Jean Yonker of Lynden. He graduated from Lynden Christian.
In Lynden, he worked for Mt. Baker Silo for many years and then later moved to Bozeman, MT and worked there for Anderson Precast & Supply for over 27 years. He was dedicated to his job and what was important to him.
Creg loved going to garage sales every weekend. He first took his daughter, Elisha, and then his grandkids. He always said “you never know what you might find.” One of Creg’s favorite hobbies was putting up elaborate decorations for Halloween and Christmas. Every year had a different theme, no two years alike, even a bounce house for the littler ones. The grandkids loved it.
Creg’s grandkids were No. 1 on the list. The oldest one, Malachi, called him “Bubba” and the name stuck. Nearly every day and then after school you would find his ‘Little Buddy’ (Malachi) over at his house. Creg brightened everyone’s day with his smile and positive attitude, family and friends alike.
He will be missed more than words can describe. He is survived by his daughter, Elisha (husband: Christian) Grandchildren: Malachi, Rowan and Duncan of Bozeman, MT. His brother: Kent Yonker (partner, Carol Droppo) of Grand Coulee, WA. His sister Tami Vanderhage (Mark) of Jerome, ID. Nephews: Alex Yonker, Cory Vanderhage, Niece: Angy Wentz. His service will be held at Dahl’s Funeral Chapel in Bozeman, MT at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 18.
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