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Frank Barns Yates, Jr.
1945 - 2017
Frank Barns Yates, Jr.
1945 - 2017
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BORN
1945
DIED
2017
Frank Yates, Jr. Obituary
Frank lived with a smile on his face and generosity and love in his heart. He could always be found serving others with his many skills and gifts. Frank was also a 28 year volunteer for Westernaires in Golden. Frank is, and will forever be, deeply loved and missed by his surviving family: Tracy Puckett (daughter), Christine Yates (daughter), Mason Puckett (grandson), Jack Puckett (grandson), Sisters: Frances Bahl, Kaye Yates-Taylor, Anne Miller, and Brothers: Hugh Yates and Robert Yates. He leaves behind many bereaved cousins, nieces, nephews, in-laws, and friends. Services will be held Tuesday, 9/26, 10:00am at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 7240 W. 12th Ave. Lakewood.
Arrangements under the direction of Olinger Crown Hill Mortuary, Cemetery & Arboretum, Wheat Ridge, CO.
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Eddie Garcia
September 27, 2017
You were a huge influence on me, Frank. I will miss you.
Virginia Hill Winn
September 24, 2017
Frank, with fond memories of the eight years we were classmates at St. John the Evangelist grade school, 1951-1960, may you rest in peace.
Mike Green
September 23, 2017
Always loved your smile and sense of humor. Thank you for all the lives you touched at Westernaires. You will be missed!
Mike Green
September 23, 2017
We will miss him, he contributed wherever he went.
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Ledy Elliott
September 22, 2017
Since you were a teenager and I was just the kid visiting Grandma "D" I always thought of you as the coolest, neatest, and nicest guy...and you always have been! As the years have gone by and things have changed and change they do,your calls to my Dad meant so much to him,now you're visiting face to face.Thank you for being part of the Kelker family! God bless your family at this very difficult time and rest in the peace of Christ, Frankie
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Roberta Gardner
September 22, 2017
Thinking of how he would rescue my poor broken down vehicles when I couldn't afford the service stations. What a guy. He shared his cousin with me too.
Amber Uresti
September 21, 2017
I have so many wonderful memories of you Uncle Frank, especially your laugh! I will never forget your kind heart, your silly sense of humor and of course your love of horses! You were always there to lend a helping hand to someone in need and I will miss you! Rest in peace
Jill Snyder Porter
September 21, 2017
You are a good man, Frank Yates! You raised two great daughters and were a great Westernaire Dad to have around and give so much time and attention to those kids, horses and organization. I am sure you are wrangling those horses in heaven and having a great afterlife! Prayers and thoughts go out to Christine and the rest of the family.
Rosemary Paddock
September 21, 2017
Such a warm and generous heart. Frank will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Bethany Milam (Kamlay)
September 21, 2017
I am so saddened to hear about Frank's passing. My thoughts are with the family. I love you all and wish I could be there for the service.
Judy Kinyon
September 20, 2017
I truly received a gift of a great neighbor when Frank moved in next door. He was a wonderful man, always willing to help me around the house and barn. We became such good friends he even fed and cared for all my animals if needed. I will truly miss having him across the fence. He will be remembered with great fondness.
Britta Taylor
September 20, 2017
Uncle Frankie: One of the finest men I ever have known. Your generosity and golden heart--unsurpassed. You took such good care of your sisters and the rest of your large, extended family, always willingly with love and great humor. We all will miss you dearly. Rest in Peace. Your Loving Niece, Britta
2011 Our Last Annual Show together <3
Cindy Miller
September 20, 2017
H&S 2010 <3
Cindy Miller
September 20, 2017
Kaye
September 20, 2017
An excellent brother gone too soon. A talented and generous man, you always had such a good, gentle heart. You are immensely and sadly missed.
Rest in the arms of God. Love, Kaye
Easter Parade 2008. He was ALWAYS there, at every show, every practice, supporting the kids <3 Love you Uncle Frankie
Cindy Miller
September 20, 2017
Birthday party 2005
Cindy Miller
September 20, 2017
Deb Prewitt
September 20, 2017
Uncle Frankie, One of my fondest memories of you is always in Kremmling. When we would walk off and talk. About life and the good old days. I loved having you for our crazy Christmas Eve dinners. You will be missed terribly. I love you Goodbye!
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