Jonathan P. Yerkes

Jonathan P. Yerkes,  of Middletown, NY, passed away on October 31, 2024, at the age of 63. Born on October 5, 1961, in Ellenville, NY, Jon was the beloved son of Evelyn Wheeler Yerkes and the late Ronald Yerkes.

A  graduate of Ellenville High School, class of 1979, Jon dedicated his life to hard work, often lending his skills in construction alongside his cousin Lance Yerkes. His work ethic was matched only by his generosity, as he freely shared his time and resources with those around him.

Jon found joy in the simple pleasures of life, particularly in watching old western movies and listening to country music. He treasured his friendships deeply, believing that all of his friends were his best friends. Though he did not have children of his own, he lavished love upon his nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews, nurturing bonds that resonated with mutual admiration and affection.

Jonathan is survived by his loving wife, Anne Rushing-Yerkes, whom he married on May 30, 2008. He is also survived by his mother, Evelyn, and his siblings: Jerome Yerkes, Ronaldo Yerkes, Shawn Yerkes, Ronnete Whitlock, Ronita Sauers-Hamaric, Melissa Gunter and Jeffrey Yerkes; and a host of nieces and nephews: Mark Yerkes II, Ryan and Kelly Yerkes, Shannon Yerkes, Crystal Yerkes, Sadie Yerkes, Jaren Yerkes, Joseph Colombo III and Jeffrey Yerkes II. He also cherished his great-nieces and great-nephews, Kodie Kinney, Sadie Kinney, Zoey Yerkes, Kendel Yerkes, Maddie Yerkes, Julianna Conklin, Riley Conklin, Jackson Yerkes, Rori Conklin, Mark Yerkes III and Joseph Columbo IV. Jon shared a special bond with his cousin, Lance Yerkes..

He was preceded in death by his father and his brothers, Allen and Mark Yerkes.

Visiting will be held at Loucks Funeral Home, Ellenville on Tuesday, November 5th from 4-7 pm with a celebration of his life beginning at 6pm.