Dale Richard Yemm's Obituary
Dale Richard Yemm, 74, of Fort Myers, FL formerly of Decatur, IL, and Effingham, IL died October 13, 2016 at Gulf Coast Medical Center in Fort Myers. Memorial Services will be at a later date at Gulf Harbour in Fort Myers, FL. Memorials: American Heart Association or charity of choice Dale was born, December 3, 1941 in Effingham, IL, the son of Merle and Ruth (Witte) Yemm. He married Donna Hill on September 10, 1961 in Carbondale, IL. Dale worked for Illinois Power for 35 years in Decatur, IL. He served in various capacities including Director of Community Affairs. Dale was very active in community service where he lived. He served on the boards of the Seaside Homeowner’s Association, the Macon County Merit Commission, Decatur Convention and Visitors Bureau, Macon County Senior Center, Chairman Council of Ministries, Trustee and later Village Mayor of Forsyth, IL. Past Presidents of Lion’s Club of Decatur, IL., Jaycee Chapter. He was honored by the IL State Education Board in the community/volunteer category of Those Who Excel who made outstanding contributions to education in IL. He was a graduate of Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL with a major in design. He was a member of Faith Methodist Church of Fort Myers. Dale was quite the craftsman. He loved remodeling, construction and was well versed in many forms of home projects. He was passionate about sailing and technology. Dale was also a licensed private pilot. Dale leaves behind to cherish his memory his spouse, Donna; his children, Kristen Simmons and her husband David of Hillsboro, OR, Greg Yemm of Naperville, IL and grandchildren Kylie Simmons and Kasey Simmons of OR. The Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of Dale. Condolences may be left to the family at www.fortmyersmemorial.com.
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