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Carol Costello posted a condolence
Sunday, May 13, 2007
Gracem
I've had all weekend to think about Friday. I seem to be out of sorts all weekend. I always told him that behind every great man is a better female but in Buddy's case it took 2 females to keep him going. Thank you for letting me share in that honor of being his second wife. He was my hero and we all loved him dearly. WTHS won't be the same and neither will we. I loved his stories and his infectious laugh and there was no way I could say no to him. Thank you for the honorod reading the prayer~ it meant the world to me.
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Sandy Sivieri posted a condolence
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Mr. Yahnke taught my Ed Psych course at Rowan about 10 years ago. Even though it was only one semester, his wonderful teaching skills and humor left an impression on me to this day. I think I learned more in his course than in any other. My deepest sympathies are with the Yahnke Family at this sad time. I feel privileged to have been taught by
Bud Yahnke. He was a great teacher and role model for all of us.
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Christina Lang Posted Sep 13, 2023 at 9:11 PM
I feel the same way. I had him around 2001 for a Child Psych class. My favorite was the final with the walking tour around the Olde City section of Philly. Somewhere I think I still have the walking tour instructions. I’ve done it with family long after Rowan.
He was a spectator man, and 20 years later he’s still by far my favorite professor EVER.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
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Jeff Shalaway posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 9, 2007
Bud / Pop-pop / Dad - I feel lucky to have known you in so many different ways. You were my basketball coach in high school, my father-in-law and my friend. I have a lot of great memories, but wanted to share one that I think sums up your great outlook on life.
In high school when I made a basket for the other team (which you and Chris never let me forget) I was ready to walk off the court and head to the locker room. You did what you do best. You called me over, let me know that it wasn't the end of the world, and made me stay in the game and finish it out (of course we lost by 2 points). The thing I remember most is that you called the team into a huddle and made us put our hands together in the middle and yell "Mickey Mouse". Thanks for the great memories.
Love, Jeff
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Carol A. Funk posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
Dear Grace and Family, Please accept my sincere condolences as you mourn Bud's passing. He was such a great guy and as trite as it may sound he really knew how to turn lemons into lemonade. You are truly a strong family. Thankfully you have each other to help you through the hard times ahead.
Sincerely,Carol
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Janet M. Rosenstiehl posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
I have many wonderful memories of Bud. First because my son was a member of his CIE program and then as years would go by I worked with him at the 9-10 building when he became the department supervisor. A more gentle caring person never walked the face of the earth. God has truely taken a wonderful angel to be with him. I know that he will be missed buy all who came in touch with him.
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Tricia Milano posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
Bud was a student teacher supervisor when I worked in the Elementary/Early Childhood Education Department at Rowan. It was always so nice when he visited the office just to chat. I know a few of his former student teachers spoke highly of him and how much they liked him as their supervisor during their clinical practice.
I will miss his visits and chats we used to have.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
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Maria Ferkle posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
Buddy, will certainly be missed. His special ed family loved him. I'll never forget one of his first words to me,"Oh know your Itaian and a Catholic". He had a way with words. His humor was hilarious. He eye-balled my figure and asked if I had a dress.( He was looking for a full-figured woman) I wasn't sure why. I said sure you can borrow my dress. he then shows up at LON with my dress on. He offered the dress back to me, I could never ever put that dress on again. So many memories, he will never be forgotten. He tried to come across like a tough guy, but inside he was a real pussycat. I'll never forget him or thank him enough for giving me the opportunity to be a part of WTHS's Special Education Department.
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Ralph J. Richards, Jr. posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
I new Bud for more than 40 years. From playing HORSE at Shertle Park in the 60's, golf at our leasure to poker on Tuesday nights he always made me laugh. The thing I will miss the most is our little "side bets" on the stupidest things. He was just a phone call away. Rest in peace Bud. You deserve it. To Grace and the family. May god bless you with the love and memories of a great man.
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Agnes Gibbons McCarthy posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
Dear Grace and family,
You may remember us from the Washington Twp. days, when my son, Robert Gibbons, was a student of Bud's. He helped Bob in many ways, even up to the 1980's after Bud's accident.
He was an inspiration to my son who had a car accident also, and was making his way back in rehab. We will always remember him. My prayers to the family for your great loss. Agnes
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Christopher Manganello posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
Bud, you were - and always will be - The Man. I couldn't have asked for a better father in law. There are so many terrific memories I will always have of you, and who could have known on that cold fall day in 1985 that my insane drill sergeant freshman basketball coach would end up being my father in law 19 years later.
Thanks for the courage of flying with me and helping me find my way back to the airport when I was lost ("Is that Olga's diner down there?").
Thanks for convincing me to trade in my Honda for a Harley.
Thanks for the wonderful memories of you, Jeff and I enjoying our shots together, but especially the time when Jeff and I snuck water in our glass time after time and we filled yours with JD. You just couldn't understand why Jeff and I could keep doing shots as you could barely stand!
It was also an awesome sight watching you "part the water" at an IEP meeting as you advocated for a special education child. I've never seen that before and I doubt I'll ever see that again. You got her everything she and her family wanted, even though the school initially said they could do none of it.
Thanks for being the best grandfather to Alex that he could ask for...you mean as much to him as he means to you.
Bud, you were given a gift many years ago of cheating death, and that served you well because you always knew what was important in life. The little things didn't get to you, and you "smelled the roses" each day.
You know I think Jenn was right, Jacob and Joshua came to this world 2 months early so that they could be touched by you...and they were.
We will all miss you more than words can say.
Until we meet again....
Chris
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