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Michael Yates Obituary
Major (Ret) Michael Weston Yates ended his Tour of Duty on August 10, 2010, when he went home to be with God and the angels. Mike was born 1/30/1951 in New Orleans. He proudly and happily served his country as an Army Nurse Corps Officer for almost half of his life. Although his body failed him, his servant's heart remained strong to the end. Mike loved nothing more than taking care of others. He will be immensely missed. He is survived by his beloved wife, Elizabeth Lessard-Yates; father, Weston Yates; children, Tiffany and Ben Yates; stepsons, Jona and Jesse Lessard; brothers, Alvin and Weston Yates; and sister, Julie Yates. A memorial will be held on Thursday, August 26, at 4pm at BAMC on the 4th floor. Please be advised that to enter BAMC, each visitor will need a valid ID; car registration must be current. Please allow ample time for entry procedure and parking. Parking spaces may be scant.
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Memories and Condolences
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V. Leon
September 9, 2010
I am one of the guards at the gates. i always looked foward to rendering a salute when he came through the gate. We all knew him. he will be missed.
August 31, 2010
To Elizabeth and family,
Please accept our dearest sympathy. Mike was truly a delightful person who we enjoyed having in our office. We know his presence will be missed deaply. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Dr. Stanley Wendt and Staff
Anna Wheeler
August 26, 2010
August 26,1910
To Elis and to Mike,
I am deeply sorry for Mike's parting, but I am so very grateful to Mike for being such a kind and dear husband to my sister, Elis. I am also so very grateful that Mike was able to have Elis's tender loving care to the end of this life. May you both carry the tender and nurturing love that you shared, in your hearts, forever.
Love to you both,
Anna
August 25, 2010
Elizabeth,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved husband. Mike was the kindest, most generous and unselfish man I ever met. I will never forget him. May he rest in peace.
Sincerely,
Christina Jones
Austin
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