Francis Edward Yeatman

1937 - 2025

Francis Edward Yeatman, age 87, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025, in his home and surrounded by his loving wife and family. Born December 31, 1937, to the late Rudolph H. Yeatman, Jr. and Cecilia Yeatman of Silver Spring, MD. He attended Georgetown University and Law Center and won national awards for excellence in taxation and estate planning.

Beloved husband of the late Nancy Yeatman and Veronica Shaffer Yeatman, Brother of Rudy Yeatman (the late Patricia), Cecilia Petty (the late Frank), William Yeatman (Carmen), Father of Doug Yeatman (Erin), Stepfather of Kathy Shaffer Dooling (Leo), Gerry Shaffer (Renee), and Fr. Greg Shaffer. Also survived by two grandchildren, Reagan Yeatman and Kieran Yeatman, seven step grandchildren, Brittany Reardon (Michael), Caitlin Dooling (Frank), Lauren Dooling, Caroline Dooling, Ryan Shaffer, Greg Shaffer, Kayla Shaffer, and three great step grandchildren Theo Reardon, Ollie Reardon, and Maisie Reardon.

Fran grew up in Silver Spring and was a distinguished estate attorney for over 60 years. A scratch golfer and past president of Manor Country Club, he was a prominent member of his community having served on boards, commissions, and agencies as well as the DC Air National Guard for six years. Known for his devotion to family, graciousness, class, humor, generosity, faith, and genuine care for others, he will be missed greatly by all who knew him.

Family will receive friends at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 7500 Pearl St., Bethesda, MD on Tuesday, March 4 from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment Private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, 924 G Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20001-4532. Please view and sign the family guestbook at: