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Curtis "Curt" Anthony Yost
<p>Eckhart – Curtis “Curt” Anthony Yost passed peacefully on Saturday, January 18, 2025, surrounded by his heartbroken family—a testament to their love for him. Born April 2, 1934 in Cumberland, MD, he was the son of the late William Lawrence Yost and Ethel Pearl (Branson) Yost-Kimmell.</p><p><br></p><p>In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers, Bernard and Conrad Yost, stepbrother, Samuel Kimmell, stepsister Edna White and great-granddaughter Aleigha Grimes.</p><p></p><p>Curtis is survived by his wife, Shirley, with whom he celebrated his 70th wedding anniversary on December 24th.</p><p></p><p>Curt left behind large shoes to fill, and an even greater legacy.</p><p><br></p><p>He was a life-long entrepreneur with a special fondness for his customers. Over the years he was the owner of Yost Wholesale Foods, Yost Market, The Art Gallery, and presently Yost Flowers (which is still in operation after over 50 years). Those who had the pleasure to know him were met with kindness, sincerity, warmth, patience, and his sharp wit. A stranger to no one, he was in his element when working with the public. He put his heart and soul into each of his businesses. No one could match his work ethic. Even in retirement he could be found working in his yard from the moment he woke up until sundown. “Pop” always cherished visits from his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was in his glory at the annual Christmas parties held at their family home each year. As the space grew smaller with the growing family, his smile grew brighter. Thank you God for allowing him to brighten our world for 90 wonderful years.</p><p><br></p><p>Curt leaves behind his children, Lori (Randy) Grimes, Dawna (Jeffrey) Snyder, Michael (Karla) Yost, Patricia (James) Grabenstein, Julie (William) Thorne and Joseph (Jennifer) Yost; grandchildren, Matthew (Kelly) Staup, Ryan (Katie) Staup, Brett Staup, Christopher (Kristie) Grimes, Andrea Grimes, Samantha (Will) Jones, Jonathan (Bobie) Yost, Alexander Grabenstein, Amanda (Mark) Morris, Cassie (Xander) Mulder, Bradley (Marge) Urbas, Andrew (Lindsey) Urbas, Will (Sydni) Thorne, Brooke and Sabrina Yost; great-grandchildren, Jacob, Jaxon, and Henry Staup, Ayden, Carter, and Keagan Staup, Ellie Staup, Addy Grimes, Marshall Robertson, Wyatt and Owen Yost, Jane, Luke, and Ellie Morris, Teddy Mulder, Gabriel and Wyatt Urbas, Harper and Charlotte Thorne. He also leaves behind stepbrothers, Sonny (Earlene) Kimmell, Richard (Nancy) Kimmell, and stepsister, Mary Swanger.</p><p><br></p><p>Per the family’s wishes, there will be no viewing. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Church on Wednesday, April 2 (his birthday) at 1:00 p.m.</p><p><br></p><p>In honor of his memory, the family requests donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 Saint Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105; St. Mary’s Church, 300 E Oldtown Rd, Ste 2, Cumberland, MD 21502; or 1st Way Pregnancy Center, 310 Race Street, Cumberland, MD 21501.</p><p><br></p><p>God has not promised skies always blue,</p><p>Flower- strewn pathways all our lives through.</p><p>God has not promised sun without rain,</p><p>Joy without sorrow,</p><p>Peace without pain.</p><p>But God has promised strength for the day,</p><p>Rest for the labor,</p><p>Light for the way,</p><p>Grace for the trials,</p><p>Help from above,</p><p>Unfailing sympathy,</p><p>Undying love.</p><p><br></p><p>Annie Johnson Flint</p><p><br></p>April 2, 1934 - January 18, 202504/02/193401/18/2025
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Curtis "Curt" Anthony Yost