Athela Yap Obituary
The memory of Athela Yap of Boaz, Alabama, who passed away on August 1, 2025 at the age of 89, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Athela Yap to pay them a last tribute.
As Athela departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Athela. Though Athela may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Morris Ebanks and Ida Longsworth; her husband Captain Hiram Yap; and her siblings, Barbara "Babs" Chensue and Morris Ebanks.
She is survived by: her daughter Rosa Jacinto; her son-in-law Gaspar Jacinto; and her grandchildren, Charlie Samayoa, Maya Athela Hernandez and Dominic Miguel Hiram Jacinto.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 9th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Morgan Funeral Chapel (625 Gilbert Ferry Rd SE, Attalla, AL 35954). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 9th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
