Yolanda J. Van Alstine, 81, of Waterford, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025 at Franklin Memory Care in Franklin.
Yolanda was born on April 10, 1955 in Linton, North Dakota to Mary and Joseph Rohrich. She was the second youngest of nine children. After studying to become a nun for five years, Yolanda made the decision to leave the convent and to move to Wisconsin to live with her sister Irene and her brother-in-law Dan Penoske. A few years later Yolanda would meet her future husband Conrad “Connie” Van Alstine at Victor’s Nightclub in downtown Milwaukee. Yolanda and Connie were married 57 years, calling Waterford their home for over 45 years. Yolanda was a custodian at the Waterford School District for 27 years. Yolanda was known for her huge heart, her sharp sense of humor, her sweet tooth, and her devotion to God. She loved laughing, searching for “deals” at rummage sales or thrift shops, playing the “slots” (and occasionally winning big) and spending time with family and friends.
Yolanda is survived by her husband Connie Van Alstine of Waterford; daughter, Julie Van Alstine of Wauwatosa; son, Paul Van Alstine (Dawn) of Waterford and their children, Parker, Kendall and Preston; and many beloved relatives and friends.
Yolanda Van Alstine’s life will be celebrated during a visitation on Jan. 11, 2026 from 10 a.m. until Noon at Max Sass & Sons, 8910 W Drexel. Ave, Franklin.