Michael R. Yates's obituary , Passed away on May 4, 2025 in Riverdale, Maryland

Michael R. Yates

July 14, 1950 - May 4, 2025 (74 years old)

Riverdale, Maryland

Michael R. Yates's obituary , Passed away on May 4, 2025 in Riverdale, Maryland

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pope Funeral Homes

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Michael R. Yates

July 14, 1950 - May 4, 2025 (74 years old)

Riverdale, Maryland

Michael R. Yates Obituary

We are sad to announce that on May 4, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Michael R. Yates of Riverdale, Maryland, born in Washington, District of Columbia. 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 Michael R. Yates to show support.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Michael leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Michael may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

He was predeceased by: his son Michael R. Yates, Jr.; his stepfather Ernest E. Ellis; and his brother Ernesrt E. Ellis, Jr.. He is survived by: his mother Clarice Ellis; his sisters, Glenda Olfus and Janice Ford; and his stepson Roderick Hodge (Jovita Clements).

The inurnment will be held on Tuesday, July 8th 2025 at 1:45 PM at the Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery (11301 Crain Hwy, Cheltenham, MD 20623).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pope Funeral Homes



Tue

July 08

Inurnment

1:45 PM

Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery
11301 Crain Hwy, Cheltenham, MD 20623

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