ROGER ALLEN "BUTCH" YOAKUM, age 51, passed away on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at his home while surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on February 17, 1972 in Greenfield, Ohio to William Howard "Pete" and Kathy Jean (Calhoun) Yoakum. He attended Greenfield McClain High School. Butch worked in construction as a general contractor for many years. He attended the New Martinsburg Community Church when his health would allow. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was an avid Buffalo Bills fan.

Butch was preceded in death by his father, Pete Yoakum; brother, Pee Wee Yoakum, Jr.; and his brother-in-law, Scott Turner.

Survivors include his wife, Angela Kay (Elder) Yoakum, whom he married on September 27, 1991; children, Zach Lyons, Dusty Yoakum, Savannah (Jay) Boroff, Miko Turner, and Beth Ralph; ten grandchildren; his mother, Kathy Yoakum; siblings, Jake (Amanda) Yoakum, and Amy Foster; father-in-law, Bill Elder; and special friends, Craig Bond, Bryan Archer, Keith Weinrich, Jimmy Richardson, Jerry Penrod, James Welch, and Jason Price. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.

The funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 14, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at the Summers Funeral Home with Jake Yoakum and Kathy Yoakum officiating with burial to follow at the Highlawn Cemetery. Family and friends may visit at the funeral home on Thursday morning from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Summers Funeral Home to help cover final expenses.

Online condolences may be sent to www.summersfuneralhome.com

Words from his Mama:

On November 27, 2023, Butch came home from OSU for what would be his last trip there. We had hoped and prayed for another transplant, but it was not meant to be. We thought we would have 3 months to a year to prepare for this time.

On Saturday at 12:10 p.m., surrounded by his family and friends, he took his last breath here on earth and his next at Home in Heaven with Jesus and the many loved ones who had went before him. We knew he was at peace in his new home.

He was a fighter and he fought through more pain and procedures than anyone should ever have to, but he never lost hope or faith in Jesus. Butch was blessed with a wonderful care team of Doctors and Nurses at OSU Rhodes Hall #10, also known as his home away from home. He was loved by his caregivers and even other patients. He never missed an opportunity to tell his story and give all the glory to God.

Butch loved life, his family, his friends who became family, and the great outdoors. He had a passion for fishing and hunting and never missed a chance to go when he was able.

He loved the Buffalo Bills and that team "up north!" But he was always quick to applaud the Buckeyes. After surgery he would say, "I had major surgery you know." That was his go-to line when he wanted a new cup, shirt, or hat from his sister or one of the kids.

He had a profound sense of humor and a laugh that was so contagious; you could not stay mad at him! His wife and brother found out in his last days as he was working them over and they would not have had it any other way!

If he had the choice to stay, he would have. He loved his life but when it became a chore, and he could not stand the pain in his wife's eyes and his boys Dusty and Zach and his precious Deakon and Sissy and so many others he gave in to the inevitable.

On that beautiful December 9, 2023, he went Home to Jesus and all those awaiting his arrival.

Thank you, Butch Yoakum, for blessing us with the privilege of being in your life. We would not have missed it for the world. We love you and we will…

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