Bruce S. Yetter, 74, of Hackettstown, NJ, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 14, 2014 at his residence with his loving family at his side. Born March 28, 1940 in Bethlehem, PA; he was the son of the late Matthew P. & Catherine Starner Yetter.
Bruce and his family have lived in Hackettstown since 1972 coming from Maywood, NJ. Prior to his retirement several years ago, Mr. Yetter was employed by the United Jersey Bank of Hackettstown as a loan officer. After his retirement, Bruce continued his profession on a part time basis at the former Skylands Community Bank which was also in Hackettstown.
Bruce attended Liberty High School, Bethlehem, PA. After his graduation, he proudly served our country in the United States Coast Guard from 1958 to 1962. Always active in his community, Bruce was a dedicated member of Kiwanis International, Hackettstown chapter for over 25 years. Post retirement, he volunteered countless hours at the Joan Knechel Cancer Center of Hackettstown Regional Medical Center providing transportation for those needing treatment. Also, the study of his family’s genealogy was of great interest to him.
He is survived by two sons, Kevin Yetter of Hackettstown and Jason Yetter of Lebanon, Ohio. One daughter, Lisa Ujvari of Hackettstown and a sister, Carol Mitchell of Bethlehem, PA. In addition, Bruce was blessed with five grandchildren and one great grandchild.
A memorial visitation will be on Wednesday, 6-18-14 at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St., Hackettstown, NJ, 07840 from 4 to 8pm. Interment will be private. Online condolences may be given at www.cochranfuneral.com. At the family’s request, donations may be made at the Joan Knechel Cancer Center, c/o HRMC, 651 Willow Grove St, Hackettstown, N.J.
Condolences:
Joan O'Neill
#9
July 6th, 2014 11:45 am
To the family of Bruce Yetter: Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Bruce. I only knew him through mail and email correspondence about our family tree. I am a Holden descendant and have done research for several years now. Bruce was always willing to lend a helping hand. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace. God bless all.
Cindy and Matt Klette
#8
June 18th, 2014 8:55 am
Jason, Kevin, Lisa, Aunt Carol and the rest of the Yetter family-Bruce will be missed my sooo many and he has touched my heart in a way that I will never forget. I thank God I was blessed to have known him. He was an amazing and father, friend, and grandpa. I love and miss him very much!! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers!!!
Paul & Robin Wallace Delray Beach, Florida
#7
June 17th, 2014 4:51 pm
My Wife Robin and I are very sorry to hear of the passing Mr. Yetter.
Mr. Yetter has been a neighbor of my Dad & Mom since they moved in, and he will be missed.
To all the Yetter family we pray the Lord's comfort on you all.
God Bless
Paul & Robin Wallace
Diane Agnew Jones
#6
June 17th, 2014 3:57 pm
Mr.Yetter as I called him over the teenage years into adulthood was an incredibly nice, funny and welcoming father to all his daughter Lisa's friends who frequented their home on many occasions during our High School years and after during our A&P years and so on. Whenever I would see him on various occasions, he would never let me forget about the Doggie I gave them back in the 80's, the cute and adorable Kasha... May you rest in peace Mr. Yetter and say hello to Kasha for me! I know you will be sorely missed by your family and all that knew you!!! My sincere condolences to the Family, his sister Carol and my sympathies and prayers for Lisa, Kevin, Jason and Grandchildren and Great grandchild. Remember, his greatness lives on through all of you!!! My Love to all!!! Diane & Family
Bill and Lisa (Barido) Delaney and family
#5
June 17th, 2014 1:02 pm
Lisa, Kevin, and Jason.......I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was such a wonderful man and I have many fond memories of him. It seemed I was always over at your house while growing up. Your father was always welcoming, funny and kind.....a true blessing. Please know that all our thoughts, love, and prayers are with you at this time. God Bless you all.
lew,gail richards
#4
June 17th, 2014 10:07 am
to the family of bruce yetter
sorry to hear of the passing of bruce--he and I worked at united jersey bank in the 90's he was one of the best managers that I had worked for--the family is in our thoughts and prayers
Loretta Tapp
#3
June 17th, 2014 5:50 am
Peace! Our Lord has promised us peace. Our faith helps us find the promised peace. I'm so sorry to hear of your Dad passing. You will be in my thoughts & prayers.
Shirley Yetter
#2
June 16th, 2014 8:47 pm
Kevin, Jason, Lisa and Aunt Carol,
Dad/Grandpa will be missed so much by all of us. He is a great man and touched all of our lives. He welcomed us in the family 10+ years ago and touched our hearts as no one can ever imagine. If there is anything we can do, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you all.
Love,
Shirley, Jena, Zach, Kollin and Liam
Joy and Lester Snyder, Sr.
#1
June 16th, 2014 4:02 pm
It is with a very sad heart that we extend to the entire Yetter family and Bruce's sister Carol (who I walked proudly with a few years ago in the Joan Knechel Cancer walk) our most Sincere Sympathy. Bruce was a long time friend and a true gentleman. He will be very much missed..
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