Our Staff

Michael is a lifelong resident of Kendallville, Indiana and a graduate of East Noble High School. Michael went on to further his education at the Mid-America College of Funeral Service. 

He has more than 10 years of experience within funeral service with licensure as a Funeral Director and Embalmer in Indiana and Kentucky. Michael has spent the last 5 years as a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in Fort Wayne and is extremely excited to return to serving Noble County. 

Michael currently serves as a Board Member on the Indiana Funeral Director Association’s Education Foundation. He has recently been certified by the Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice (APFSP) as a Certified Funeral Service Practitioner (CFSP). Michael has also received extensive training in Reconstructive Surgery. 

Michael is the husband of Leanne (Young) Johnston. In his free time, Michael enjoys camping, hunting, and fishing. He is also a substitute bus driver for East Noble School Corporation and Fairfield Community Schools. In the past, Michael has served as the President of the Gaslight Playhouse Board of Directors and as the Tech Director for the Community Learning Center of Kendallville. 

Michael is proud to be working with an exceptional team of dedicated professionals at Yeager Funeral Home. 

Phil Fought spent 20 plus years in the funeral industry serving various funeral homes in an advance funeral planning advisor role.  He has helped many many families see the benefits of advance funeral planning.  Phil is from Ligonier, Indiana and is happy to help Yeager Funeral Home out in a role that allows him to help families after the loss of a loved one.  He helps the funeral directors with multiple tasks and is looking forward to being of service for the community.

Kathy has been a resident of Ligonier for most of her life working at Monsanto, Heckner & Kirsch Law Office, manager at the Kidd's Marshmallow Gift Shop and Tour Gallery, and retired from the Noble County Prosecutor's Office after 14 years. Over the years, Kathy has been active in various clubs, i.e... Beta Sigma Phi Sorority serving as President, local card club, book club, women's group at church, past President of the Ligonier Marshmallow Festival Committee, and co-president of West Noble Music boosters.

She enjoys traveling, reading, and most of all spending time with her husband Phil, 3 grown children and their spouses, 18 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

I am Patrick Blevins, a retired truck driver of 32 years and a minister for 48 years. I worked for my son, Daniel, in the funeral business for several years and really enjoy working for Yeager Funeral Home. 

In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors and riding motorcycles, but my greatest passion is my family, especially my grand and great-grandchildren. 

I moved to this area in March of 1978, having spent time in southern Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky. 

Sally has been happily married to her husband, Doug, for 33 years. Together they have a son and a daughter. Their son is married and has two daughters, and their daughter is also married and has one daughter, giving Sally three wonderful granddaughters. Sally graduated from Central Noble High School and spent many years working for Westview School Corporation before retiring. 

She now serves as a greeter at Yeager Funeral Home, a role she truly enjoys as it allows her to warmly welcome and support families during their time of need. Sally values spending time with her family and especially cherishes the moments she shares with her grandchildren.

Doug has been married to his wife, Sally, for 33 years. Together they have a son and a daughter. Their son is married and has two daughters, and their daughter is also married and has one daughter, giving Doug three wonderful granddaughters. 

Doug graduated from Westview High School and worked for Ligonier Telephone Company for 34 years before retiring. During that time, he was also active in the Ligonier Rotary Club and enjoyed being involved in the community. 

After retiring from the telephone company, Doug started his own handyman business, where he enjoyed helping others with projects and repairs. Although he has since retired from running the business full-time, he still enjoys doing handyman work and currently works part-time at a golf course in Goshen. Doug also serves as a greeter at Yeager Funeral Home, where he enjoys welcoming and assisting families.

I have been married for 45 years. I've been active in the Church serving as a Sunday School teacher, youth leader, served on the Elder board and currently attend the Ligonier Missionary Church.

I've had the honor to have served on the West Noble Corporation School Board for 4 years.

Currently retired and loving life!

My name is Nancy Fought. I am a lifelong resident of Ligonier. I'm the youngest of the Patrick siblings. I had previously spent a fulfilling 34 years as a licensed home childcare, before retiring in 2013. Through the years, I have been involved in many service clubs in our community. My favorite was Operation Foundation, where our goal was to bring unity and beautification to the city of Ligonier. 

I am married to my spouse of 45 years, Paul Fought. We have three grown children Jodi, Andy and Chris. God has also blessed us with 8 grandchildren (and maybe at some point, 3 bonus boys) and one great-granddaughter. We enjoy playing cards, riding on our golf cart while sitting on our son's big porch on Main Street, watching people pass by. It has been a pleasure working at Yeager Funeral Home with my husband, greeting people and offering comfort in a time of need.

I am a lifelong member of this community and feel a deep connection to the people I serve. Whether behind the scenes or greeting.   For over 40 years as a hairdresser, I have taken pride in helping individuals look peaceful and well cared for, serving with compassion and understanding for the families who love them.

Kenny and I have a family farm, two grown children—Tanner (Catrina) and Brittney (Brandon)—and three wonderful grandchildren. I especially treasure time with family and friends at the lake and enjoy traveling whenever I can.

Paige Taylor is a member of the support staff at Yeager Funeral Home. She is passionate about helping families during difficult times and takes pride in providing compassionate, respectful service to the community. Paige is currently actively working in both small and large animal care. In her free time, she enjoys caring for her dogs and being involved in agriculture and livestock.

Audrey joined the support staff at Yeager Funeral Home in 2020. She takes pride in helping provide a compassionate and welcoming environment for the families the funeral home serves. 

Along with her work at Yeager Funeral Home, she is also a licensed esthetician and enjoys helping people feel confident and cared for. Her dedication to service and attention to detail make her a valued member of the Yeager team.

I am a Vietnam Veteran who proudly served in the United States Air Force and have called this community home for over 50 years. I am active and serve at Stones Hill Community Church.

Volunteering at the funeral home allows me to continue serving others by offering support and compassionate care to families in their time of need.

Lifelong resident of Ligonier Ind. Graduated from West Noble . Attends Stones hill community church . Nurse for 51 years , worked in Coroners office for 16 years, 8 of those years as Noble County Coroner. Important for me to serve the community.