Daniel Yankiv, age 83, of Hackettstown died Saturday, May 11, 2019 at Warren Haven Nursing Home, Oxford, NJ.Daniel was born March 11, 1936 in Passaic, NJ to the late John and Anna (Sveda) Yankiv. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Yankiv, and sister, Irene Zellars.
Mr. Yankiv lived in Passaic before moving to Allamuchy with his family in 1944. He graduated from Hackettstown High School, Class of 1954.
Danny was an avid hunter and fisherman, along with his buddy Jay, Danny went to Canada for over 40 years to fish, now they are together once again fishing. In addition, he and his buddy Bruce would frequent Bruce’s property in New York State to hunt.
Danny loved to garden and in the early part of the year he would study the seed books to send for seeds, that he would plant and nurture in his greenhouse.
Danny was the Past Master of Independence Lodge, now known as Musconetcong Lodge, No 42, F&AM, Warren County Forest No. 14, Tall Cedars of Lebanon, Past Patron of the Order of the Eastern Star, Member of National Active & Retired Federal Employees, NARFE. Member of the First Presbyterian Church and also served on the Session. Danny started the roast beef dinners as a fund raiser for the Church building fund. A member of the Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers, Local Union no. 4, for 26 years, also retired from Picatinny Arsenal as a Mason.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years: Barbara (Dellicker) Yankiv, daughters: Dana Yankiv Carpenter and husband Leslie, Suzanne Yankiv Raphaels and husband Jeffrey, grandson; Daniel Carpenter and fiancé Samantha Marshall, grandson; Stephen Carpenter and wife Danielle and great granddaughter, Olivia Grace and many nephews and nieces.
The funeral will be held 10:00 am on Friday, May 17 at Cochran Funeral Home, Inc., 905 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J. with Rev. Jeanette Hile officiating. Burial will be in Hackettstown Union Cemetery, Hackettstown on Friday, May 17 following the service.
Visitation will be Thursday, May 16 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at Cochran Funeral Home, Inc., 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church, Building Fund, 298 Main Street, Hackettstown, N.J. 07840 in memory of Daniel.
Condolences:
TIMOTHY K WALLACE
#25
May 16th, 2019 4:59 pm
Theresa and I are so sorry to hear of Danny's passing. He was always so cheerful when I would see him, and was quite proud of his family. May the Lord comfort you all in your time of grief.
Pete Babick
#24
May 16th, 2019 11:13 am
My deepest condolences to the younger family… Especially Barbara… As a close friend of Jeff and Suzy, I shared many great quality time with Dan at the annual summer barbecue… It was a remarkably interesting man and had piercing blue eyes… May perpetual light shine upon him.
The Gardner family.
#23
May 16th, 2019 8:14 am
We are very sorry for your lost. It was my honor to serve on the session with Dan and I always considered him a good friend. He always had the ability to make us all laugh. We will miss him.
Joanne & Bob Stiff
#22
May 15th, 2019 5:20 pm
We are so sorry to hear of Danny's passing; we had some good times together. Our deepest sympathy to your family.
Martin and Susie (Dellicker) Hutton
#21
May 15th, 2019 10:32 am
So very sorry to hear the news. Sending our condolences and prayers your way. May the peace of our Lord comfort you with the hope of the Resurrection. Fondly, Susie and Martin
Dan Handzo, dimock pa.
#20
May 15th, 2019 8:10 am
Barbara, sorry to hear of Danny's passing. I remember you and Danny as the nicest people.
Paul & Angela Baumiller
#19
May 15th, 2019 7:33 am
Barbara and Family,
Dan was a wonderful neighbor and a wonderful gardener. I would look forward to seeing his beautiful daffodils in his front yard every year.
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Much love, Paul and Angela Baumiller
Charlie and Phyllis Prestopine
#18
May 15th, 2019 6:58 am
Danny, Rest in Peace, you will be MISSED. You and Barbara are dear and special friends. Now you will be planting a garden in Heaven. Thank you for your friendship and kindness. Til we meet again.
Patricia Douglas-jarvis
#17
May 15th, 2019 6:52 am
Dana and Family, I am so sorry for your great loss. My heart goes out to all of you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Jennie` Landsberger
#16
May 15th, 2019 6:42 am
Dear Barbara, long years of memories and friendship. Loved you, Jennie
Beth Flanigan Albinson
#15
May 15th, 2019 6:11 am
Dear Barb and Suzanne,
I will always remember your husband/father with fond memories, when I first started working at PIcatinny Arsenal he was one of the first people I interacted with and it made it so nice..... So sorry for your loss. Love, Beth
Alisa Untisz
#14
May 14th, 2019 9:41 pm
I worked at Picatinny and remember first meeting Dan. He came into Security, always a smile on his face I might add, and called me Brenda! He said “Well hello Brenda Star”. I had no idea what he was talking about. He told me I look like Brenda from the comic strip. And called me Brenda every time he saw me. I always enjoyed his stories about his garden and he was just an all-around wonderful man who will be greatly missed. Rest in peace my dear friend.
MIRIAM GONSISKA
#13
May 14th, 2019 3:38 pm
BARBARA AND FAMILY
I am so sorry to hear of Danny's passing. We will miss him at NARFE. You are in my prayers. May he RIP.
Janice MacDougall
#12
May 14th, 2019 2:16 pm
Dearest Barb, Dana and Les, Suzanne and Jeff and all your family, Our hearts are so deeply saddened at losing Danny. He was a dear friend, and we will miss him terribly. Barb, you are so very special to us and we love you and your dear family and hold you in our hearts and prayers. We pray that The Lord will help you through this time of sadness and pain. Please know we will always be here for you. With our love and deepest sympathy, Jan and Bill MacDougall
Chick Dimiceli
#11
May 14th, 2019 1:04 pm
Barb so sorry to hear of Danny's passing .He was quite the good guy Knew him my whole life. Had some great laughs with him.He will be missed
Richard and Dorothy Lagg
#10
May 14th, 2019 12:03 pm
Heartfelt condolences on the passing of Daniel. God Bless. -The Lagg Family
Nichele Brown
#9
May 14th, 2019 10:15 am
Sending prayers and my sincere condolences to your family at this very difficult time Dana. May you find peace in the great memories you all share and have of him.
Peggy Lake
#8
May 14th, 2019 7:19 am
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Wendy (Reed) Genova
#7
May 13th, 2019 8:02 pm
I remember Dan always being a warm, funny and wonderful man. I served with Dan and Barbara on the election board. We always had great times. I played softball with Dana And Suzanne and he was always there cheering us on. Keeping your family in my prayers.
Paul & Robin Wallace
#6
May 13th, 2019 5:48 pm
Dear Mrs. Yankiv, Dana, Suzanne and Family
My Wife Robin and I were so sorry to read this announcement, and know that none of our words can provide true comfort, but please know we will have you all in prayer asking our Heavenly FATHER Comfort you as only HE can.
We are also saddened that travel will not allow us to pay our respects, but we do ask through Christ Jesus our LORD that HE will Bless You and Keep You and That HE Provide That Shoulder To Lean On During This Time.
GOD Bless
Paul & Robin Wallace
Joy and Les Snyder, Sr.
#5
May 13th, 2019 5:21 pm
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of our Dear, Longtime friend, Dan. Always with a smile and happy face for all of us. Our Sincere Sympathy to the entire Yankiv family. Joy and Lester Snyder, Sr.
Christina Gleason
#4
May 13th, 2019 4:51 pm
Dana, Susie and Family,
Our deepest condolence go out to all. Cherish all the wonderful memories. Our thoughts and prayers to all. God Bless.
Love,
The Gleason Family
Deb Raphaels Cirillo, Amanda & Emily
#3
May 13th, 2019 4:36 pm
Sending our heartfelt thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. May loving hearts and comforting thoughts surround family and friends and may Danny Rest in Sweet Peace..♡.
Diane & John Dellicker
#2
May 13th, 2019 4:03 pm
Dear Barb, Dana, Suzie & Family,
Over the years, our family had lots of good times together, and we will never forget Danny & those times. Our hearts are with you at this sad time, and we hope, knowing that, will help in some small way.
Love & Hugs from your cousins, John & Diane
#1
May 13th, 2019 3:46 pm
Dear Barbara and family,
Danny was a larger than life presence, and he will be missed by all. We are grateful for the memories that we carry of your dear husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Our love and prayers are with you all.
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