William David Yule, 87, died Thursday, February 15th, 2018 at Trios Southridge Hospital in Kennewick following a brief illness.
Bill was born July 14, 1930 in Buffalo, NY, the son of William Lewis and Annamary (McClellan) Yule. He received his BSME from University of Rochester and his Masters from University of Michigan. Bill was an Engineer whose entire career was spent in the nuclear energy industry. He retired from Westinghouse in 1989 after 30 years with the company. He was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Kennewick, having served for many years as the church Treasurer, and as a member of the vestry and choir. After retirement, Bill volunteered with the American Red Cross for over 10 years. He enjoyed watching baseball, and women's soccer, and he excelled at puzzles of all kinds.
He leaves his wife of 60 years, the Rev. Marilynn (Fritz) Yule, his son, William Andrew Yule; his daughter, Susan Elizabeth Yule; and several grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kathryn Lynn Yule.
A memorial service will be held at a future date at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1609 W. 10th Ave, Kennewick. Memorial gifts in Mr. Yule's memory can be made to Camp Cross, http://campcross.spokanediocese.org