Robert Earl Yates Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Robert Earl Yates (Wilmer, Alabama), who passed away on July 2, 2025, at the age of 76, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Robert Earl Yates to show support.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Robert's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Elizabeth Richardson and Winford Yates; and his siblings, Willie Yates, Donnie Yates, Leroy Yates, Joe Woodward, Burt Dodd and Rita Ebarb.
He is survived by: his siblings, Bruce Woodward (Shelia) and Diane Pierce (Charles); and his nieces, Mary Ashley Saranthus (Wayne), Rebecca Gibson (David) and Renea Holifield (Mitchell). He is also survived by numerous other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
