Kevin G. Yerdon

Kevin G. Yerdon, 57, lifelong resident of Syracuse, passed away Tuesday, December 1, 2015. Kevin was a 1976 graduate of Solvay High School and a US Air Force veteran. He worked as a chef for many years at various local restaurants including the Wyndham. Previously, he worked at Wegmans on James Street as a baker. Kevin will always be remembered as having a big heart and an infectious smile. He was an avid SU and Minnesota Vikings fan but above all else, he loved his family and grandchildren. Kevin was a former member of St. Daniel's Church in Lyncourt.

Kevin is survived by his loving companion, Karen Page; two children: Serena (Gary) Bombard of Cicero and Brandon Yerdon of Lyncourt; a step son, Corey Cook of Syracuse; his parents, George and Jean (Cooper) Yerdon formerly of Lyncourt; five siblings: Daryl (Carl Doremus) Yerdon of Milford, NH, Brian (Susan) Yerdon of Syracuse, Lori (Ron) Bosket of Syracuse, Kim (David) Mineker of Baldwinsville, and Chris Yerdon of Liverpool; his four grandchildren: Alexis, Sean, Alana, and Adalyn; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Contributions in Kevin's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, Relay for Life of Solvay, Geddes, Westvale, 6725 Lyons St., East Syracuse, NY 13057 or to the Disabled American Veterans, 344 West Genesee St. #203, Syracuse, NY 13202.

Friends may call on Sunday, December 6, from 1-4 pm at Krueger Funeral Home, 2619 Brewerton Rd., Mattydale. A Funeral Service will follow at 4 pm with full Military Honors.