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Roy Yates Obituary
Roy D. Yates died on Tuesday, April 28, 2009 in Woodland. He was 71. Mr. Yates was born on Sept. 27, 1937 in Vernon, Fla., to the late Carter and Della Yates. He served in the U.S. Navy for 20 years, and was part of the U.S. Civil Service for 18 years. He had been a Yolo County resident for 24 years.
Survivors include Mr. Yate's wife of nearly 32 years, Muriel J. Yates; stepson, Robert Shade and wife Sherlei of Weiser, Idaho; brother, Dewey Yates and wife JoAnn of Panama City, Fla.; and grandchildren, Elisabeth, Steven and Wyatt Shade of Weiser, Idaho. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carter and Della; and sister June Brown.
Services: A graveside service is scheduled for 11 a.m., Monday, May 4, at the Woodland Cemetery, 800 West St., Woodland. Kraft Bros. Funeral Directors of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
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Barb (Bennett) Vanderpool
May 13, 2009
Muriel: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest condolences to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cindie (formerly from Dr Mezger's Office) Anderson
May 7, 2009
Muriel, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know my thoughts & prayers are with you.
Marianne Hawkins
May 4, 2009
Jean and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss.
May God comfort you in your time of grieving.
Roy's niece, Marianne Yates Hawkins
Debbie Brown
May 1, 2009
Aunt Jean and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss and you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Uncle Roy's niece, Debbie
Kraft Bros. Funeral Directors
April 30, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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