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William Yates Obituary
He was born October 28, 1950, in Dade City, Florida.
Bill honorably served his country in the United States Army Reserves for eight years.
In his younger years, he worked in the citrus industry and for the Dade City Fire Department. He worked for 30 years and retired from CF Industries Port of Tampa, where he served as the Superintendent of Maintenance.
Bill was preceded in death by his mother, Rosa Lee Yates.
He is survived by his loving wife, Nilene Marie Yates of Epworth, Georgia; and is blessed with a large group of extended family and friends.
A celebration of Bill's life will be held by his family at a later date.
Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.akinscobb.com
Akins-Cobb Funerals & Cremations of Blue Ridge is in charge of these arrangements.
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Alan Pratt
Yesterday
Bill was a wonderful guy, and I enjoyed working with him at CF Industries for many years. He mentored many employees over the years, including my son who is now an Ammonia Terminal Regional Manager for CF thanks to Bill's knowledge being passed on to him. He will truly be missed!
Akins Funeral Home
August 20, 2025
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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