James YANKE

YANKE,James 2008-02-12 It is with painful sadness that the family of James "Jamie" Yanke, age 33 years, announce his sudden, peaceful passing at home on Sunday, February 10, 2008. Jamie was born in Thunder Bay, on December 18, 1974. He attended St. Martin‘s School and Northwood High School. He was a proud father to his daughter Brandi whom he loved full heartedly, and she was truly the love of his life. He cared deeply for his family, and spending time with them was important to him, especially his auntie Brenda (Shedden). Jamie was a member of Harbour Youth Services. His friends always meant a lot to him. He had a great sense of humour, and always enjoyed getting a rise out of people by teasing them just a little. Jamie is survived by his beautiful daughter Brandi; parents Diana and Terry Aho and Jim Yanke; siblings Dean Monteith (Krissy), Lawrence Aho (Michelle), James Aho (Dawn), Laila Aho (Dwayne Brown), Tonia Yanke, Stacey Yanke and Tara-Lyn Aho (Ryan Kirchen); nieces and nephews Amanda, Nicole, Krystin, Morgan, Sarah, Lara, Makayla, Shayne, Cassandra and Camron. Many aunts, uncles and cousins also survive. He is predeceased by his grandparents Joyce and Worrell Elms; beloved aunt Karen Luby, aunt Janet (Ken) Valimaa and cousin Christoper Shedden. Funeral services for the late Mr. Jamie Yanke will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, February 15, 2008 in the WESTFORT CHAPEL, 420 West Gore St. at James with Pastor Hank Polkki officiating. Interment will follow in St. Andrew‘s Roman Catholic Cemetery. If friends so desire donations may be made to the Crohn‘s and Colitis Foundation of Canada.