08/14/2026
🇺🇸 2026 Tigerton Hometown Hero Spotlight 🇺🇸
STEVEN H YONKER
RETIRED
US MARINE CORPS
📜Bio Provided
Steven Herman Yonker lived a life defined by service, devotion, and love for others. A proud member of the United States Marine Corps, Steve served his country with honor from 1973 to 1990, a commitment that shaped both his character and his family’s journey. Being a Marine was never just a career for Steve—it was a calling, and one he carried with pride for the rest of his life.
On January 20, 1973, Steve married the love of his life, Jo Ann Aus, beginning a partnership rooted in faith, resilience, and unwavering devotion. Together, they raised five children—Scott, Jason, Stephanie, Johnny, and Samantha—instilling in them strong values of loyalty, hard work, and compassion.
Military life took Steve and his family across the country and the world, from California to North Carolina, and even Japan. No matter where they were stationed, Steve made sure his family felt grounded, loved, and supported.
Steve was known for his deep passion for helping others and his genuine love for family. In his quieter moments, he found joy in fishing, cheering on Brewers & Packers, grandkids playing sports, sharing stories, and enjoying a good beer with friends and loved ones. He valued camaraderie, laughter, and time spent together—simple pleasures that meant everything to him.
Above all, Steve was immensely proud of his service to his country and the title of United States Marine, a legacy of honor and sacrifice that continues through his family.
Today, Steven H. Yonker rests alongside his beloved wife, Jo Ann, in the arms of the Lord, reunited in peace after a life well lived. His legacy lives on through the lives he touched, the family he cherished, and the example he set through faith, service, and love.
Steven Herman Yonker DOB:12/9/1654- DOD:05/11/2024
United States Marine Corp: Retired from Active Duty
📷You can find their banner proudly displayed on Main Street as part of Tigerton's Hometown Hero program
🙏Join us in thanking this individual and their family for their service and sacrifice.