Joseph Andrew Yuede

May 30, 1995 - September 1, 2020

Joseph Andrew Yuede, age 25, of Cape Girardeau completed his mission on this earth Tuesday, September 1, 2020 after a tragic accident while preparing for a hunting trip with friends. Born May 30, 1995, the second-born son of William "Bill" and Ann (Marshall) Yuede. He is the beloved brother of Mathew, Jorjann, and William. Joseph is a May 2020 graduate of Southeast Missouri State University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Agribusiness. He was a proud brother of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity and served as New Member Coordinator, Recruitment Chair, Standards Board Member, Programing Board Member and Risk Management Board member. While earning his degree, he worked as farm manager for Westrich Farms, LLC, and was a Soil Fertility Consultant for TerraTek. Joseph attended Notre Dame Regional High School and was a member of the Wrestling team for three years. In 2013, he was District Wrestling Champion, and competed at the state level. Graduating in 2014, he received the St. Francis Gift of Fraternity Award which states: "Fraternity is friendliness. The tendency of humankind is to mix socially." Joseph achieved Life Rank in Boy Scouts, Troop 5. He completed the three High Adventures of Scouting that include the Northern Tier, Florida Sea Base, and Summit Bechtel Reserve, and was elected to the Order of the Arrow. Joseph was a consummate word smith and developed clever nicknames for his many friends and loved ones. His favorite times were spent gathering friends and loved ones to share time together. From camping and sporting events, to fishing trips and relaxing campfires, Joseph was always the glue in every group. Over the years, Joseph became a self-taught chef and delighted many with his culinary skills. Some of his best works included Thanksgiving Turkey delicately brined for three days, Standing Crown Roast of Lamb with leeks au gratin on Christmas Eve, grilled stuffed salmon on a cedar plank, and his newfound spicy crawfish boils. With every presentation, he delighted in the enjoyment of those who were lucky enough to be at his table. In addition to his countless friends, loving survivors include his parents, brothers and sister; grandparents John and Barbara Marshall; Aunts and Uncles Bobby Yuede, Florence and Mark Harold, John Marshall, Jr., Jennifer and Dan Fritsche. Cousins Kathleen, Sean, and Karoline Harold; Grace, Claire, Jack, Austin, Lilly, and Ella Fritsche. Joseph was welcomed into heaven by his grandparents George and Bertha Yuede, and his Uncle Samuel Austin Marshall. Visitation will be held at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Cape Girardeau on Monday, September 7 beginning at 12 noon and will conclude with Parish Prayers at 5:30pm. Joseph's first heavenly act of fraternity will be to gather his family and friends for a celebration of love, support and joy as we continue to celebrate his life. Please join us at the Elks Lodge in Cape Girardeau immediately following Parish Prayers. Guests are welcome from 6:30pm until 9:30pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Cape Girardeau on Tuesday, September 8 at 11am. Burial will follow at Memorial Park in Cape Girardeau. Ford and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.