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Veronica A. Yonker, 82, of Belleville (originally of New Jersey), passed away on Friday, Nov. 13, 2026 at William Penn Nursing Center, Lewistown.
Born on Sept. 26, 1944, in Scotland, Stirlingshire - Airthry Castle, she was the daughter of the late John and Agnes (Wilson) Rodgers. (Her father served during WWII as a firefighter during the Blitz). On Dec. 26, 1964, she married Kenneth R. Yonker, who survives at their home.
Along with her husband, she is survived by children: Kenneth J. Yonker of New Jersey, Carol Ann Faulkner and husband Bruce of Knoxville, TN, Diane Sinkus and husband Matt of Reedsville, Robert J. Yonker of New Jersey; 8 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter.
She was the last of her immediate family. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers.
Veronica came to the United States in October 1963. She was employed as a conference planner for 22 years with AT&T, retiring in 2002.
She was a member of the Belleville Civic Club and the Red Hat Society (local chapter).
She enjoyed growing herb gardens and flower gardens, collecting recipes, and trying new dishes. She loved watching the hummingbirds and chipmunks. She was very proud to become a U.S. Citizen and had dual citizenship. No matter what she was going through, she was always making people laugh. She was a very generous person.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.
Arrangements are under the care of Henderson-Bohn Funeral Home, 6880 State Route 655, Reedsville. Online condolences can be made at www.hendersonbohnfuneralhome.com.