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Marcus P. "Marc" Yates

Marcus Yates Obituary

Lodi, CA

Chief Marcus P. "Marc" Yates

November 17, 1929 - August 2, 2008

Chief Marcus P. "Marc" Yates, 78 of Lodi passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2008. He was born

November 17, 1929 in Scottsdale, Arizona and grew up in Texas and Southern California. After serving in the U.S. Navy from 1946 to 1950 he made his first home in Lodi where he began his career in law enforcement with the Lodi Police Department as a dispatcher. He worked his way up through the ranks of the Police Department serving as Chief of Police for 14 years. He was the longest serving Chief in Lodi history retiring in 1984 after 34 years with the Force.

Survivors include, son Marc (Linda) Yates of Galt, daughters, Tammy (Larry) Elwood of Valley Springs and Natalie (Mike) Angele of Stockton. Seven grandchildren Amanda & Conor Yates, Becky Liulamaga, Michael Jackson, Jr., Marcus & Christian Angele and his grandson Matthew Yates whom he raised and looked upon like a son, and his great grandson Joshua Liulamaga. His sister Barbara (Wayne) Cooper of Northridge, CA and brother James (Linda) Yates of Cheyenne, WY also survive him. His brothers Bob & Wayne Yates and sisters Maida Proctor and Sandy Stogsdill precede him in death.

A celebration of his life will be held on Thursday, August 7, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Flowers at Cherokee Memorial Park, Lodi. Inurnment will be private. Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Donations may be made in his name to the Alzheimer's Society 105 S. Washington St. Lodi, CA 95240.

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Published by The Record on Aug. 6, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Marcus Yates

13 Entries

Lucinda Eileen

August 9, 2008

Dear Marc and Linda, Tammy and Larry, Natalie, and other family who may remember me, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Marc. He was always good to me and to "Amy." Sending you all gentle thoughts and loving memories.

Virgil & Dorothy Raggi

August 7, 2008

Larry & Tammy We were sorry to read about the loss of your father.

Denise & Patrick Guady-Hughes

August 6, 2008

Matt, this is Ryan Adams mom and family - we are very sorry for the loss of your grandfather. Ryan has told me a lot about how close you were. We will be praying for you during this time. Sincerely Ryan's family

Ray Punta

August 6, 2008

Larry and Tammy I am sorry for your loss. I had Marc as an instructor at S. J. Delta College and later worked for him at the Lodi Police Dept after being with the Sheriffs Dept.

tammy lee

August 6, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Fred Keville

August 6, 2008

To Tammy and Larry, just returned from PA only to learn of your Dads passing. No words will express the sorrow you are feeling and so I will only say that you are in my thoughts and prayers. An old friend, Fred and Donna Keville.

Dee Ferguson-Hardin

August 6, 2008

Tammy, Natalie, Marc
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Your father was a good man. Your
father, Marc, will always be remembered by many as a citizen,
as a police chief, and as a father
and grandfather.
The 3 of you and your extended family will be in our thoughts and prayers
Dee Ferguson-Hardin and Rose Ferguson

Kathleen Bekker-Jones

August 6, 2008

Matt,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your Grandfather. I know how close you were. He had to have been
a great man, because he has such a
wonderfull Grandson. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Love, Kathy & Don

Pamela Polk Hallowes

August 6, 2008

Hi Tammy sorry to hear about your Dad. Your in my prayers.
Pamela D. Polk Hallowes,
Personal Flight of Valley Springs,

jeffrey aberle

August 6, 2008

sorry to hear of marc's passing he was a great man and respected buy all his visions as chief were beyound the times he served the city of lodi with pride and success. he treated everyone with respect and gave everyone the chance they deserved. he is now at rest with our lord and savior watching over all his loved ones till they meet again. may he rest in eternal peace. we will pray for all the family at this time of loss. marc will always be in the thought and hearts of those who had the chance of knowing him. godspeed to one and all!!

Emily Sanchez-Roland

August 5, 2008

Tammy, I am truly sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your dad with us in the last season of his life . He was a joy to watch as the children came to visit and his face lit up while holding them on his lap. What a great Grandfatherly type for the little one's. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Emily Roland, Activities at the Commons.

Jan McLennon

August 5, 2008

I would like to thank Marc Yates family for allowing Marc to be apart of the family here at The Commons. Our thoughts are with you all.

Dale Dow

August 5, 2008

Natalie, your Dad will be remembered fondly by a certain generation of miscreants. The tales are still told . Remember us to your Mom, we are out of touch.
Dale Dow and Vern Delk.

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