Mildred L. Yakey Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Mildred L. Yakey of Owego, New York, who passed away on September 28, 2025, at the age of 92, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mildred L. Yakey to pay them a last tribute.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Mildred's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Bert Vosburgh and Frances Vosburgh (Stephens); and her husband Carl Yakey. She is survived by: her sons, Richard Yakey (Tracy) and Stephen Yakey; and her sister Marion Corson. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 3rd 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the MacPherson Funeral Home (5 Whig St, Newark Valley, NY 13811). A celebration of life will be held on Friday, October 3rd 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Friday, October 3rd 2025 from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution to Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research by visiting http://www.michaeljfox.org in loving memory of Mildred L. Yakey.
