Kevin Gene Yates

Kevin Gene Yates

Kevin Yates Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Boren-Conner Funeral Home - Jacksonville on Oct. 6, 2025.

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Kevin Gene Yates, 60, of Tool, Texas, passed away at his home early Sunday morning, October 5, 2025. A Graveside Service will be held Friday morning, October 10, 2025, at Jacksonville City Cemetery, to begin at 10:00am. Pastor Alan Small will officate the service.

Kevin was born in Dallas, Texas, on June 25, 1965, to parents Charles and Lois Yates. Kevin was a hardworker, a jack-of-all trades, and could do just about anything. Kevin was a talented carpenter and handyman - and he loved using those skills to provide for his loved ones. Kevin had large family - who he loved dearly. Kevin will be missed by all.

Kevin is preceded by his Father, Charles Douglas Yates, Mother, Lois Elaine Yates, and Brother, Corky Yates.

Kevin is survived by his Daughter, April Michelle Garner (Lee), Daughter, Danielle Wilson, Daughter, Carli Moore, Son, Kevin Yates, Jr., Son, Jeremy Moore (Lannon), Life Partner, Ronda Upchurch, Sister, Kerry Shinn, Brother, James Yates, Brother, Terry Yates, Brother, Brandon Yates, Brother, Kevin "Lil" Yates, 9 grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Jerry Jedlicka, Corey Patrick, Shawn Morris, Lee Garner, Jeff Bednar, and Benny Strickland.

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Aurora Valentine

October 8, 2025

My heart is broken to hear about the passing of kevin. He was a very good friend to me and to my dad. Any time we saw him he was working to build or fix something for someone. He was the most selfless and giving person i have ever known. Always willing to help anyone and never asking anything in return. Kevin had a heart of gold and he will be missed so very much. Never forgotten and forever in our hearts. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel.

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