Eli J. Yaich, 65, of Galloway, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 peacefully in his sleep.

Eli was a 1977 graduate of Wintersville High School and was an avid player in many of the sports that he loved so much. He was known for his great sense of humor and love for his family. He worked for the State of Ohio Liquor Department for 31 years before retiring to become the full-time babysitter for his eldest granddaughter Mila.

Eli is survived by his wife Josephine Abdalla Yaich, son Alex (Kayla) Yaich, daughters Kelsey and Cori (Nick Piergallini) Yaich, granddaughters Mila, Olivia, and Elizabeth, and brother Mark (Tracy) Yaich. He also leaves behind many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. Eli is proceeded in death by his parents Eli and Margaret Rocknage Yaich.

Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, Ohio on Friday 3-7 P.M.

On Saturday, friends may call at Holy Resurrection Serbian Church, 528 N. Fourth Street, Steubenville, Ohio from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services at 10 a.m. with Very Rev. Stevan Rocknage officiating. Burial at Serbian Cemetery,

In lieu of flowers, please donate to Mount Carmel Hospice, 777 W State Street, Columbus, OH 43222