James F. Yates Obituary

We are sad to announce that on January 31, 2024, at the age of 86, James F. Yates of Wood River, Illinois, born in Alton, Illinois passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James F. Yates to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his father James; his son James "Jimmy" A. Yates; and his brother Ronald P. Yates. He is survived by : his wife Sandra Linenfelser; his children, David L. Smith of East Alton, Carolyn E. Waigiri (Julius) and Stephanie A. Spann (Alan) of Glenpool, OK; and his grandchildren, Chris (Nikki), Amanda (Nick), Stevie (Sydney), Brooke (John), Carley, Ally, Dawson, Elaynah, Kristin (Aaron), Taylor (Zac), Kaylah (Tony), Felicity, Brianna and Austin.

Memorials are suggested to Holy Angels Parish and/or Masses.