Charles V. Yankey

CHARLES “CHARLIE” V. YANKEY, 66, of Kimberling City, Missouri, formerly of Rockwood, Illinois, passed away at 5:35 am, Sunday, December 4, 2022 at his residence.

He was born to the late William G. and Dorothy (nee Valleroy) Yankey on November 7, 1956 in Red Bud, Illinois.

Charlie married Martha “Marty” Mansker on June 27, 1981 in Fort Gage, Illinois; she survives.

He had worked at Kinkaid Stone Company and was a heavy equipment operator for Local #318B.

Charlie was a member of Ebenezer Presbyterian Church in Rockwood, Illinois. He was an American Marriage Minister and was also a member of the Eagles Club Aerie #3252 in Chester. Charlie enjoyed riding Harley Davidson motorcycles, traveling with his wife, skiing, and loved spending time with his family and friends.

Survivors:

Wife:

Martha “Marty” Yankey Kimberling City, MO

1 Sister:

Tina (Rick) Belton, Sr. Chester, IL

1 Brother:

Todd (Chris) Yankey Chester, IL

Mother-in-law:

Virginia Mansker Rockwood, IL

Brothers and Sisters-in-law:

LaCleta Hall Springfield, IL

Kirby (Carolyn) Mansker Springfield, IL

Sherry Mansker Springfield, IL

Randy “D.K.” Mansker Walden, CO

Melodie (Kenneth) Rushing Rockwood, IL

Many Nieces, Nephews, Great Nieces, Great Nephews, Cousins and Friends

Preceded in Death by : Grandparents, Parents, Father-in-law and 1 Brother-in-law

It was Charlie’s wish to be cremated.

Memorial Service :

11:00 am, Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois

Officiating:

Rev. Cecil Dunning

Visitation:

Wednesday – 8:30 am – 11:00 am

Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois

Memorials :

CoxHealth at Home Hospice

Family Choice