Cochran Funeral Home Obits
March 28, 1940 - Jun 14, 2014
Bruce S. Yetter, 74, of Hackettstown, NJ, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 14, 2014 at his residence with his loving family at his side. Born March 28, 1940 in Bethlehem, PA; he was the son of the late Matthew P. & Catherine Starner Yetter.
Bruce and his family have lived in Hackettstown since 1972 coming from Maywood, NJ. Prior to his retirement several years ago, Mr. Yetter was employed by the United Jersey Bank of Hackettstown as a loan officer. After his retirement, Bruce continued his profession on a part time basis at the former Skylands Community Bank which was also in Hackettstown.
Bruce attended Liberty High School, Bethlehem, PA. After his graduation, he proudly served our country in the United States Coast Guard from 1958 to 1962. Always active in his community, Bruce was a dedicated member of Kiwanis International, Hackettstown chapter for over 25 years. Post retirement, he volunteered countless hours at the Joan Knechel Cancer Center of Hackettstown Regional Medical Center providing transportation for those needing treatment. Also, the study of his family’s genealogy was of great interest to him.
He is survived by two sons, one daughter, and a sister. In addition, Bruce was blessed with five grandchildren and one great grandchild.
A memorial visitation will be on Wednesday, 6-18-14 at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St., Hackettstown, NJ, 07840 from 4 to 8pm. Interment will be private. Online condolences may be given at www.cochranfuneral.com. At the family’s request, donations may be made at the Joan Knechel Cancer Center, c/o HRMC, 651 Willow Grove St, Hackettstown, N.J.
Cochran Funeral Home Obits
March 28, 1940 - Jun 14, 2014
Bruce S. Yetter, 74, of Hackettstown, NJ, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 14, 2014 at his residence with his loving family at his side. Born March 28, 1940 in Bethlehem, PA; he was the son of the late Matthew P. & Catherine Starner Yetter.
Bruce and his family have lived in Hackettstown since 1972 coming from Maywood, NJ. Prior to his retirement several years ago, Mr. Yetter was employed by the United Jersey Bank of Hackettstown as a loan officer. After his retirement, Bruce continued his profession on a part time basis at the former Skylands Community Bank which was also in Hackettstown.
Bruce attended Liberty High School, Bethlehem, PA. After his graduation, he proudly served our country in the United States Coast Guard from 1958 to 1962. Always active in his community, Bruce was a dedicated member of Kiwanis International, Hackettstown chapter for over 25 years. Post retirement, he volunteered countless hours at the Joan Knechel Cancer Center of Hackettstown Regional Medical Center providing transportation for those needing treatment. Also, the study of his family’s genealogy was of great interest to him.
He is survived by two sons, one daughter, and a sister. In addition, Bruce was blessed with five grandchildren and one great grandchild.
A memorial visitation will be on Wednesday, 6-18-14 at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St., Hackettstown, NJ, 07840 from 4 to 8pm. Interment will be private. Online condolences may be given at www.cochranfuneral.com. At the family’s request, donations may be made at the Joan Knechel Cancer Center, c/o HRMC, 651 Willow Grove St, Hackettstown, N.J.
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