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John R. Yanora
November 12, 1930 ~ September 18, 2017 (age 86) 86 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Alicia Ely-Deveault
on December 22, 2017 6:34 PM
Message from Jim Yanora
October 5, 2017 8:01 AM
Rest in peace. You were always the happiest person in the room and touched our lives in a joyful way.
Message from Lena Conti Williams
September 24, 2017 9:28 AM
I know you are in heaven in God's hands, smiling down on us. You've left a permanent impact of love and inspiration not only in me, but everyone you met over your 86 years on Earth. Thank You Mr. Y for the positive change you had on this world, for making a difference in so many people's lives. For being someone we could depend on for guidance, support and knowledge! Rest In Peace! You are cherished and loved.
Message from Kelly Rainer
September 23, 2017 8:50 AM
Rest in Peace. You were a bright spot during my school years. You were so loved!
A candle was lit by Carrie Chism-Brown
on September 22, 2017 10:10 PM
A candle was lit by Dan and Chris Montgomery
on September 22, 2017 8:11 PM
Message from Jennifer Lepper
September 22, 2017 6:25 PM
Words can't begin to express my sadness. Mr. Yanora was my homeroom teacher from 1993-1996. He had me checking attendance and taking the absentee cards to the office. And I would clean and organize his desk every morning. High school was hard for me, I had few friends and was picked on daily. But, I always loved being in homeroom. Mr. Yanora made me feel important. I had thought about him recently and wondered how he was, to see the news today broke my heart. To his family, you are in my thoughts and know he has made a huge impact on many lives.
A candle was lit by Jennifer Lepper
on September 22, 2017 6:15 PM
Message from Ann Garrett
September 22, 2017 4:10 PM
God Bless You, John.. May God keep you in the palm of His hand, always...Thank you for all the laughter you shared.
Message from Della E. Frey
September 22, 2017 12:28 PM
Mr. Yanora will be missed, he was a mentor to me the years I played soccer 1995-1997 at Niceville High School. He made me laugh and believed in me when I felt no else did. The world is going to miss a special person.
My your trip to heaven be peaceful knowing you were loved.
Della Frey
My your trip to heaven be peaceful knowing you were loved.
Della Frey
A candle was lit by Trisha Grahn Byrd
on September 22, 2017 10:15 AM
Message from Denise Ruiz
September 22, 2017 7:12 AM
He was such an amazing teacher and never made me feel dumb. He didn't laugh when I asked to be in Anatomy and Physiology Honors even though I was an average student. He made me feel smart. He was encouraging, to this day I tell my son about his awesome classes and dissection. He was one of those teachers movies are made of. Rest well Mr. Yanora, I'm sure your raising a little hell up there in your kilt and with other Notre Dame fans ♡ thank you for making a difference. Class of 97!
A candle was lit by Ashley McCool
on September 21, 2017 11:32 PM
A candle was lit by Angela Partin Sallstrom
on September 21, 2017 10:17 PM
A candle was lit by Jennifer Miller
on September 21, 2017 10:08 PM
A candle was lit by Lance Lowrey
on September 21, 2017 9:38 PM
A candle was lit by Diana Imke Dagostino
on September 21, 2017 9:38 PM
A candle was lit by Chris Crawford
on September 21, 2017 8:25 PM
A candle was lit by Rose Yanora Pilch
on September 21, 2017 7:21 PM
A candle was lit by Donna Pilch-Myers
on September 21, 2017 6:39 PM
A candle was lit by Janna Atwell-Doria
on September 21, 2017 5:53 PM
Message from Niceville
September 21, 2017 5:52 PM
Mr. Yanora was an amazing teacher. I always loved being in his class. Prayers to his family. God bless.
Message from Ted Spencer
September 21, 2017 4:33 PM
Rest in peace John. I always enjoyed the times you came to school fully decked out in your kilt. You were always interesting to talk with. You will be missed.
A Designers Choice Spray in Multi-Colors was sent on September 21, 2017
Keeping the Yanora family in our hearts and prayers. Steve and Patty Lowe
A candle was lit by Winters-Evans Family
on September 21, 2017 8:41 AM
A candle was lit by Christine Gregory - Emerald Coast Funeral Home
on September 19, 2017 5:35 PM
