Robert G. “Bob” Yager, 72, of Wellsville, NY, died Sunday,
March 29, 2020 in Erie County Medical Center, Buffalo, NY. Born January 20,
1948, of Darien Center, he was the son of Stephan and Virginia Baumgartner
Yager. A graduate of Alden High School, he earned a degree in automotive repair
from Alfred State College, Wellsville campus.
On August 30, 1969, in Buffalo, he married the former Julia
Ann Krzyanowski, who survives. After graduating from Alfred State, he worked
for Wellsville Auto Parts and then worked for D&J Body Shop for over 20
years. He taught at Alfred State College
for nine years. During that time, he
opened Robert Yager Repair Service in Wellsville for over 30 years until his
death.
Bob was a former member of the Wellsville Lion Club and
enjoyed participating in the Wellsville Minstrel Show. He was a member
of the Bolivar Horseshoe Club and loved hosting pig roasts for his family and
supporting the state troopers. In retirement, Bob’s world revolved around
spending time with his grandson, working in his shop building and repairing,
gardening, and woodworking.
Surviving besides his wife of over 50 years, Julia, are: two
daughters Denise E. Yager (Larry) Knoll of Darien Center and Karena (Shivell)
Yager of Cornelius, NC; a grandson, Caleb; former son-in-law, David Shivell;
several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by three siblings Ronald Yager,
Raymond Yager, and Geraldine Yager Ferrar.
Honoring his wishes, there will be no service. Burial and a gathering to celebrate Bob’s
life will be determined at a later date. Cremation will be at Olney-Foust
Crematory.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Medical
Transport Service (MTS), P.O. Box 586, Wellsville, NY. Arrangements are under
the direction of Mulholland-Crowell Funeral Home, Wellsville, NY. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
