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James Yahraes Obituary
May 5, 1962 – October 17, 2017
Angier
Retired Sergeant First Class James Lawrence Yahraes, 55, passed away on Tuesday. James served proudly in the US Army and retired after 20 years of service. As a civilian he continued to serve as Deputy Chief of Collective Training at the Fort Bragg Mission Training complex. Jim most enjoyed being with his family. He loved outdoor activities, nature and especially time spent on the lake. He loved his children and three granddaughters who referred to him as G-dad.
A Funeral service will be held Saturday at 2:00 pm at the Angier Baptist Church with Military Honors.
Burial will take place in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
Surviving are his wife of 22 years, Pamela Yahraes, daughters, Liz Masoner (Wayne) and Jill Yahraes; son, Chris Yahraes, brother, John Yahraes III, (Ann); father, John Yahraes, Jr. and step-mother, Kathy; mother, Susan White Yahraes; three granddaughters; Alexis, Ava and Alania Masoner and a large extended family.
The family will receive friends on Friday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Angier.
Condolences may be made to the family at bryan-leefuner alhome.com
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Tracy Wilson
November 1, 2017
I am deeply saddened to hear that Jim lost his life. Jim and I worked together for a few years at the Battle SIm Ctr at Bragg and he was the coolest guy who really looked out for me like a big brother, as I was the only female trainer at the time. Prayers to the family for the strength to get through this devastating time. God Bless you all.
William Stanley
October 28, 2017
Angie and I send our deepest condolences and prayers. If we can help out in any ay, please do not hesitate to ask God bless.
Karen Preston
October 20, 2017
Praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
Peace,
Karen
Joy O'Donnell
October 19, 2017
Sue - Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Cathy Ridenhout
October 19, 2017
Pam - I am so sorry for your family's loss. You will be in my prayers.
Cathy Ridenhour
James White
October 19, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about Jim's death. I have many fond memories of him as a boy and a young man. He always had a lot of good energy. I played with him and John a lot when they were little. There are so many funny incidents that I am recalling. We had so much fun and I will always remember the times when he visited at our home, and especially Chautauqua where all our family gathered.
Uncle Jim
Terry and Helen Flint
October 19, 2017
Tragic! We are so very sorry. Jim will forever be fondly remembered . Our hearts and prayers go with you all . Terry and Helen Flint
Len Jones
October 19, 2017
Jim was a friend and former co-worker of mine, and I know that he was a loving husband, father, son, and grandfather. I feel so very bad for his family and they are in my thoughts and prayers. Jim was just an all-around good person who loved life. He will be greatly missed by all.
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