Barbara Yates Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Barbara Yates of Ashland, Kentucky, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Barbara left this world on August 8, 2025 at the age of 86, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Barbara Yates or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
As Barbara 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 Barbara. Though Barbara 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, Madeline Yates and Charlie Yates. She is survived by: her daughter Morgan Napier; her grandson Payton of Ashland; her son Todd Johnson of Bullhead, AZ; her grandchildren, Christina and Joshua; and her nephew Chad. She is also survived by extended family, her church family, and many friends.