Donald Yax

Died on July 31, 2010 at the home of his son, Terry Yax in Lawton. Don was born November 1, 1927 in Kalamazoo, a son of Lambert and Pearl (Pearson) Yax and had lived most of his life in Schoolcraft. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Prior to his retirement, Don worked for 27 years as an automotive technician for Russ Binau Ford Dealership in Three Rivers and later worked as a certified machinist for Barmo Metal Crafters. He enjoyed racing midget cars and later stock cars around the country.

He was a member of NASCAR and served as secretary/treasurer of Superior Auto Racing Association. On April 7, 1948, Don was married to Barbara Taft, who preceded him in death on March 16, 2010. Surviving are five children, Larry A. (Cherie) Yax of Portage, Patty (Jack) Noel of Kalamazoo, Patsy (Larry) Aldrich of Schoolcraft, Donald L. (Shelley) Yax of Marcellus and Terry A. (Laura) Yax of Lawton; 19 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; a brother Robert (Eloise) Yax of Pass Christian, MS; many special nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 1 PM on Friday, August 6 at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th St. with Pastor Don Filcek officiating. Visitation will begin at 11 AM until the time of service. Interment with military honors will follow at Schoolcraft Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Donald's name may be made to Hospice Care of S.W. Michigan.