Larry Lee Yates was born in Abbington, Virginia on November 24, 1961 the son of the late Charlie Mac and Frances Ann Catron Yates.
On September 19, 1984 he was united in marriage to Rebecca Lynn Milligan, who survives.
For twelve years Larry served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corp, working as a helicopter mechanic. Later he drove a truck for Schneider National and then worked for 5 years at Lowe’s; his last job was at Yates Auto Repair and Towing. Larry was a member of Munford Baptist Church and in his spare time enjoyed hunting, fishing and woodworking.
He departed this life on Thursday, April 2, 2020 in Memphis, Tennessee at the age of 58 years, 4 months and 9 days.
In addition to his wife of 35 years, Rebecca of Savannah, Tennessee, he is survived by his two sons, Heath Yates and his wife Jennifer and Casey Yates and his wife Brittany, all of Savannah, Tennessee; grandchildren, Riley, Kylie, Landon, Tanner and Makenzie; 5 aunts and numerous cousins in Louisiana.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents, one grandchild, Jayden Lee Wesson-Yates and two uncles, Jimmy Dale Yates and Tommy Smart.
In response to Governor Lee’s Executive Order 17 which took effect at 12:01 AM March 23, 2020, there will be no public visitations or services until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding during this difficult time.
