Lieutenant General (Retired) John J. Yeosock was born in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. March 18 1937, and passed Feb. 15, 2012 in Peachtree City, Ga.
After graduating Valley Forge Military Academy, General Yeosock attended Pennsylvania State University earning a degree in Industrial Engineering, and later earned a graduate degree in Operations Research/Systems Analysis from the United States Naval Post Graduate School.
During his 33-year career with the United States Army, General Yeosock served in Germany, Vietnam, Korea, Saudi Arabia, and across the United States. He commanded the 3d Armored Cavalry Regiment, 194th Armored Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, Third United States Army, and coalition ground forces during Desert Shield/Desert Storm.
His awards include Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit (with Oak Leaf Cluster), Bronze Star Medal with V Device (with Oak Leaf Cluster), Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, and Combat Infantry Badge.
General Yeosock is survived by his wife Betta, two children John and Beth, their spouses Susan and Paul, grandchildren Matt, Amanda, Addison, Nate, and brother Michael, wife Patricia.
Memorial services were held Sun., Feb. 19, 2012 at 5 p.m. at the chapel of Parrott Funeral Home with Lt. General Paul Funk, Ret., Pastor Miriam Beecher and Mr. Alvin Hobbs officiating.
Interment services will be held in July at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors.
In lieu of flowers those desiring may make donations to The American Cancer Society, 301 Kelly Drive, #3, Peachtree City, Ga. 30269.
Those wishing may send an on-line condolence at www.parrottfuneralhome.com
Parrott Funeral Home & Crematory 770-964-4800 was in charge.
