David J. Yelito

David J. Yelito, Dad, Pop-Pop, Pappy, brother, of West Phillips Street Coaldale, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 21, 2019 in Lake Hauto surrounded by his family at the age of 64; having fought a courageous battle against cancer. Born Tuesday, September 7, 1954 in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, son of the late Alfred and Margaret (Boyle) Yelito. Dave was also preceded in death by his sister Catherine Jane Yelito and infant grandson. Surviving are sons, Jason David Yelito and his wife Denise of Nesquehoning, Louis Joseph Yelito and his wife Elizabeth “Libby” of Nesquehoning, Nicholas Allen Yelito and his wife Melissa, daughter Jennel Lynn Swenson wife of William; brothers, Thomas Yelito, Dennis Yelito, Daniel Yelito, and Louis Yelito; sisters, Rosemary Burney and Margaret Ann Samson; grandchildren, Ja’Shon, Jager, Axel, River, and a future grandchild on the way from his youngest son. A Tamaqua High School graduate, class of 1973, Dave was a self-employed contractor while owning, maintaining, and renovating the Laurel Hill Apartments in Coaldale. Never letting his diagnosis slow him down, he left a mark of his talents by helping to renovate his siblings’ and each of his childrens’ properties. An avid sports fan, he reveled in the athletic accomplishments of his children and prided himself on never missing a game, meet, or match. He also coached youth sports and was an accomplished cyclist, often seen peddling up the Summit Hill hill and throughout the region alongside his daughter Jennel. In addition, Dave gave back by volunteering his time and skills in the Coaldale community. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550 A Celebration of Dave's life will take place on Tuesday evening March 26, 2019 at 7 o'clock P.M. from the funeral home.  Friends may visit from 5:00 P.M. until time of services. Private Interment will be in St. Jerome R.C.C., Cemetery, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania.   Memorials in Dave's name to: Tamaqua Salvation Army 105 West Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252 To express condolences or share a fond memory of Dave visit www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com