Richard L. Yhelka, 58, of Union Township, passed away the morning of December 9, 2015 at his residence. Born on June 10, 1957 in New Castle, he was the son of the late John and Sarah Geneva Yhelka. Surviving at home is his wife of 26 years, Della Stoddard.

Richard worked as a grinder for the New Castle Foundry.

In addition to his wife, Richard is survived by his daughters, Kiara Callahan and Amber Yhelka, both of New Castle; brothers, John Yhelka of New Castle and Rodney Yhelka of Ohio; sisters, Victoria Polding, Barbara Bartley, Lindy Wortman, and Cindy Stevens, all of New Castle; and granddaughter, Sara Stoddard. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, William R. Yhelka.

Honoring his wishes, there are no calling hours or services planned.