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Robert E. Yoder, 67, of Butler, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025, at the Laurels of DeKalb in Butler, Indiana.
He was born on Oct. 31, 1957, in Hicksville, Ohio, to Robert E. and ImaJean M. (Hankey) Yoder.
Robert worked for Universal Tool in Butler and for 22 years he was a cook at the Broadway Cafe in Butler.
He was a member of Sons of the American Legion Post 202 in Butler.
Robert enjoyed fishing, going out to eat with his friends and going to the drive-in with his family.
Surviving are a son, Adam Burns, of Auburn; and two siblings, Debbie Yoder, of Butler and Ronald (Wendy) Yoder, of Auburn.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Cindy Yoder.
Services will take place at a later date.
Memorials may be directed to Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana, 6316 Mutual Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46825.
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