Yost, Donald, Feb. 16, 1930- Sept. 30, 2010 Billings Gazette Billings, MT 4 Oct 2010 In previous civilizations, men did not write obituaries. They only asked one question, “Did this man live a quiet passion?” Such a fitting inquiry for Mr. Donald Yost, who was born Feb. 16, 1930, on a farm just west of Billings, and who passed away, gallantly, Sept. 30, 2010. Donald Yost lived an honorable life and worked tirelessly and loved tremendously — the land and his family. He was the third child and second son born to Mr. Henry William Yost and Mrs. Katie (Kautz) Yost who was raised with his older brother Louis (Doris) of Bellevue, Wash., and his sister Meriam (Charles) Maio of Billings, Mont. Immediate surviving family members are his nephews and nieces: Danny (Eileen) Yost, Andrew (Cheryl) Yost, David (Rongee) Yost, Paul (Sheniqua) Yost, Anna (Jim) Frock, Nina (Doug) Rehder, Vince (Jana) Maio, Linda Maio, and Helen (Raphael) Bassi and their children. As a member of the Yost Farming Company, Donnie graciously worked the land, growing and raising sugar beets and cattle. He graduated form Billings Senior High School in 1948 and was a member of 4-H and Future Farmers of America. At one point, he elegantly represented the Sugar Beet Association under former President Ronald Reagan’s administration. His values and moral compass were beyond reproach. He breathed sincerity in every step, whether he was a part of the Pilgrim Congregational Church or peacefully attending a family holiday dinner with his sister, relatives and friends. As a true gentleman, Don’s reverence was everywhere, along with his regal spirit, kindness and generosity. His German-Russian ancestry proved eloquent with style and grace, whether he lived on Route One, 3111 St. Johns Ave., or his recent stay at Jensen Cottage. Don’s family is forever grateful for the wonderful assurance and care by the staff at St. Johns Nursing Home. The family would also like to extend a special thank you to Aunt Rosie for all of her love. In lieu of flowers, one may contribute to Pilgrim Congregational Church of Billings or The American Parkinson Disease Association. Don stayed gentle, keen and clear and taught all of us how to move from this world to another with amazing beauty, authenticity and soul. Yes, he lived his life with a quiet passion. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, at Pilgrim Congregational Church, 409 S. 36th. Interment will follow at Mountview Cemetery. Viewing will be 3 to 9 p.m. Monday at Smith’s Downtown Chapel, 925 S. 27th, and prior to services at the church on Tuesday.