John "Wink" Yarbro's obituary , Passed away on May 27, 2026 in Brighton, Tennessee

John "Wink" Yarbro

May 15, 1942 - May 27, 2026 (84 years old)

Brighton, Tennessee

John "Wink" Yarbro's obituary , Passed away on May 27, 2026 in Brighton, Tennessee

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Covington Funeral Home - Covington

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John "Wink" Yarbro

May 15, 1942 - May 27, 2026 (84 years old)

Brighton, Tennessee

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John Yarbro Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate John Yarbro of Brighton, Tennessee, whose life came to an end on May 27, 2026 at the age of 84, leaving behind cherished memories. 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 John Yarbro to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Roby Yarbro and Lillian Yarbro; his children, John "Johnny" Yarbro and Catherine Deina Yarbro; his stepson Lance Edward Rowland; and his siblings, Robert Yarbro, Roby Yarbro, Jr., Nellie Rickard, Baby Doll Yarbro Rickard and Shelia Yarbro.

He is survived by: his wife Ina Wylie Yarbro; his daughter Wanda Starnes Smith (Alan); his grandchildren, Jennifer Templeton (Brad), Clay Yarbro (Jessie), Jimi Kaye Yarbro, Amy Donahoo (Tim), Amber Scott (Hunter), Alexi Pinner (Cory), Austin Starnes and Lindsey Jenkins (Michael); his daughter-in-law Pam Yarbro; and his brothers, Terry Yarbro and Michael Yarbro. He is also survived by 15 great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Covington Funeral Home - Covington



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Visitation

Covington Funeral Home
3499 U.S. 51 S, Covington, TN 38019

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May 31

Funeral service

Covington Funeral Home
3499 U.S. 51 S, Covington, TN 38019

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May 31

Burial

Morrison Cemetery
556 Trotter Rd, Brighton, TN 38011

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