Michael William Yakstis Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Michael William Yakstis of Brandon, Mississippi, born in East Saint Louis, Illinois, who passed away on January 30, 2026 at the age of 82. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William Yakstis and Catherine Yakstis; and his siblings, William Yakstis (Bill) and Mary Yakstis. He is survived by: his wife Johnnie Lou; his children, Michael (Debbie) and Loraine Catherine (Kevin); and his granddaughters, Maggie Michael Yakstis, Matalyn and Charlotte Thornton.
In lieu of flowers please make memorials to Saint Mark's United Methodist Church, 400 Grants Ferry Road, Brandon, Mississippi 39047, [email protected],(601) 992-2131, To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Michael William Yakstis, please visit our flower store.
