Ruth D. Yanek's obituary , Passed away on January 17, 2026 in McDonald, Pennsylvania
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Ruth D. Yanek

May 26, 1947 - January 17, 2026 (78 years old)

McDonald, Pennsylvania

Ruth D. Yanek's obituary , Passed away on January 17, 2026 in McDonald, Pennsylvania
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Ruth D. Yanek

May 26, 1947 - January 17, 2026 (78 years old)

McDonald, Pennsylvania

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We are sad to announce that, on January 17, 2026, at the age of 78, Ruth D. Yanek of McDonald, Pennsylvania passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth D. Yanek to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Peter P. Papeaka and Mamie Miller Papeaka; and her brother James Papeaka. She is survived by: her husband Carl M. Yanek; her sons, James Yanek (Shelly), Carl Yanek (Kellie) and Eric Yanek; her grandchildren, Nathan, Allyson Kencec, Emma, Claire, Carly and Cael Yanek; her sisters, Mary Alice Antonucci (Don) and Theresa Manges (Danny); and her sister-in-law Janice Ball.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Richard F. Thomas- Robert W. Little Funeral Service Inc.

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