Emma Sue Yegge's Obituary
Mrs. Emma Sue Yegge, age 100, passed away Monday, May 28, 2012 at the Poppen Residence. She was born on January 5, 1912 in Oklahoma City, OK to William and Maude Mae (Kerrick) Baker, and resided in the West Michigan area for most of her life. Mrs. Yegge was currently a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Spring Lake, but belonged to many other parishes throughout the years. In October 29, 1934, she married J. Paul Yegge, MD, and he preceded her in death on December 8, 1960. SURVIVORS include 5 children, John (Margery) Yegge of Richland, WA, Sister Mary Dorothy Yegge, VHM, of Mendota Heights, MN, Mary Lou (Harry) Waruszewski of Albuquerque, NM, Pauline (Ronald) Vokits of Beavercreek, OH, Kathleen (Ken) Johnston of Fruitport, MI; 17 grandchildren; and 40 great grandchildren. Mrs. Yegge was also preceded in death by 1 brother, Richard Baker; and 2 sisters, Pauline Pearson and Mildred Ruth Smith. The MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL will be 11 am Friday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church (406 E. Savidge St., Spring Lake) with Rev. Fr. Daniel DePew officiating. VISITATION with the family will be 6:30-8:30 pm Thursday at The Lee Chapel, Sytsema Funeral Homes, Inc. 6291 S. Harvey St. 231-798-1100 with the rosary being prayed at 8 pm. Burial will take place in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Sisters of the Visitation or the Alzheimer’s Association will be appreciated. Share memories with the family online at www.sytsemafh.com.
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