Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1963
DIED
2019
FUNERAL HOME
David Yates Obituary
DAVID YATES
GRAFTON — David Hoyt Yates, 55, died at 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.
He was born on June 20, 1963 in Alton to William John and Janice Irene (Huett) Yates.
David was a lifelong Jersey County resident and graduated with the Class of 1981 from Jersey Community High School.
His working career began at William F. Brockman Company in Jerseyville at the age of 15, and he remained there, working in various capacities throughout his 35 years with the company before accepting employment with World Wide Technology in Edwardsville, where he was currently working as a Logistics Lead.
Outside of work, David was a talented woodworker and enjoyed cooking. Most of all, however, he enjoyed the time he was able to spend with his family.
Surviving are his father and step-mother, Bill and Bonnie Yates of Grafton; three children and their spouses, Brandon and Anna Yates of Grafton; Bayli and Tom Dawson and Noah Yates, all of Brighton; two grandchildren; three brothers and sisters in-law, Paul and Linda Perkinson of Jerseyville; Bill and Debby Yates of Grafton and Joe and Shawn Yates of Grafton; as well as a sister and brother in-law, Cindy and John Pryor of Grafton.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Janice Tepen.
Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until time of funeral services at 7 p.m., Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at the Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for David Yates
3 Entries
L B
May 24, 2019
To the family, you have my sincere condolences. When someone falls asleep in death (Ecclesiastes 9: 5,10) the memories we have of them become our most precious treasure. May those memories comfort you as well as Gods promise at John 6:40.
URSULAAND DON YARES MCGAUGHEY
May 19, 2019
my sincerecondolencesto the family sosorry for your loss
Debby Grasle
May 17, 2019
Dave you have always had a smile that would light up a room. Thanks for always being there and looking out for me when needed. David and I loved you and wish you an eternity of peace now.
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results
Make a Donation
in David Yates's name
Memorial Events
for David Yates
May
21
Visitation
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Crawford Funeral Home - Jerseyville1308 State Highway 109, Jerseyville, IL 62052
May
21
Funeral service
7:00 p.m.
Crawford Funeral Home - Jerseyville1308 State Highway 109, Jerseyville, IL 62052
Funeral services provided by:
Crawford Funeral Home - Jerseyville1308 State Highway 109, Jerseyville, IL 62052
How to support David's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor David Yates's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
