James Patrick Yates Obituary
The world bids farewell to James Patrick Yates of Charleston, Illinois, departing on December 3, 2025 at the age of 68. James Patrick leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Robert Yates, Sr. and Rev. Ruth Emmaline Yates (Carroll); and his sister Stephanie Unger. He is survived by: his wife Susie Yates of Charleston, IL; his children, Jay Yates of Charleston, IL and Hollee Gambrel (John); his grandchildren, Desmond and Hazel of Indianapolis, IN; his son Mitchell Yates (Millie); his grandchildren, Ivan and Lillie of Casey, IL; his son Luc Yates (Sheena); his grandchildren, Lucee and Jett of Casey, IL; his siblings, Sonya Comer (David) of Bourbonnais, IL and Greg Yates (Vicki) of Casey, IL; and his in-laws, Rick Unger (late Stephanie) of Prosser, WA, Kris Branch (Greg) of Iuka, IL, Debi Decker (Bruce) of Casey, IL and Amy Gilbert of Jacksonville, NC. He is also survived by many nephews, nieces, great nephews, great nieces; and cousins.
Memorial donations may be made to CCAR, 1530 Lincoln Ave., Charleston, IL 61920 or give online at https://ccarindustries.org.
