Harry Oswald Yates Sr. Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Harry Oswald Yates Sr. (Hinton, West Virginia), who passed away on May 11, 2026, at the age of 103, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Harry departs from our midst, his 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 Harry. Though Harry may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Walter B. Yates and Esta Woodrum Yates of Marie. He is survived by: his wife Doris Light Yates of Marie, WV; his son Harry O. Yates, Jr.; his daughter-in-law Ginny; and his grandchildren, Sarah Catherine and Jackson of Hurricane, WV..
Visitation was held on Saturday, May 16th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM at the New Hope Methodist Church. A funeral service was held on Saturday, May 16th 2026 at 2:30 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that gifts be made to Samaritan's Purse.
