April 2, 1946 - Oct. 14, 2012

ELKHART - Phillip H. Yoder, 66, died early Sunday morning, Oct. 14, 2012, at Hospice House of Elkhart.

He was born April 2, 1946, in Goshen, to Howard H. and Romayne (Marty) Yoder.

He is survived by two sisters, Jean (Jesse) Ax of Millersburg and Judy Rosheck of South Bend.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Philip was a resident of an ADEC group home for approximately 30 years.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2012, and for one hour prior to the 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 18, 2012, funeral service at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home. The Rev. Bert Pauluhn of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Millersburg, will officiate.

Burial will follow in Rock Run Cemetery, Goshen.

Memorial contributions may be given to ADEC.

Erin Burggraf, Jimtown, IN Phil one was amazing fella! He had on of the best laughs! He made Christmas a very special time for his housemates and staff. He will be greatfully missed!

Chris Bumpus, Elkhart, IN Phil was a special person. I loved to hear him laugh. Sometimes just hearing him laugh made me laugh. That's what I will think of when I remember him. I was blessed to be able to work with him at ADEC. I

Melissa Heltzel, Elkhart, IN God has taken a special angel to heaven with him. I was very blessed to get to work with him at ADEC. He was a true fighter. Prayers to the family during this time.Rest in peace Phil.

sherry barnes, elkhart, IN I was blessed to be one of Philip's caregivers at Hospice House. And now the Lord has prepared a special place for him in Heaven. My prayers go out to the family at this time.

Nancy Nicholas, Elkhart, IN God places SPECIAL peoplle among us. I never knew you, but I know how SPECIAL you must have been. May you rest in peace and be embeaced by Jesus' love!