The passing of Melvin Yates Jr. of Macon, Georgia leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on April 20, 2024 at the age of 76. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Melvin Yates Jr. to show support.

As Melvin 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 Melvin. Though Melvin 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, Melvin Durwood Yates, Sr. and Mary Lee Justice Yates; and his wife Pamela Ann Stanley Yates. He is survived by : his children, Melvin "Trey" Yates, III of Macon and Allison Yates of Macon.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, April 23rd 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Hart's Mortuary and Cremation Center (765 Cherry St, Macon, GA 31201). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, April 23rd 2024 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A graveside service was held on Tuesday, April 23rd 2024 at the Riverside Cemetery (1301 Riverside Dr, Macon, GA 31201).

In lieu of flowers, please donate to Jay's Hope Foundation, 1157 B Forsyth Street, Macon, Georgia 31201, or visit http://www.jayshope.org, in honor of Mr. Melvin "Chip" Yates, Jr.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hart's Mortuary and Cremation Center