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Lee E. Yates Sr.

Posted 3/12/13

HARTLY - Lee E. Yates, Sr. passed away Thurs., Mar. 7, 2013 at home. Mr. Yates was born Jan. 25, 1939 in Townsend, Tenn. to Hazel Tipton. He grew up in the Smokey Mountains and loved those mountains …

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Lee E. Yates Sr.

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HARTLY - Lee E. Yates, Sr. passed away Thurs., Mar. 7, 2013 at home. Mr. Yates was born Jan. 25, 1939 in Townsend, Tenn. to Hazel Tipton. He grew up in the Smokey Mountains and loved those mountains so. He joined the United States Air Force for 2 years in commercial transport, which is what brought him to Dover, De, where he met the love of his life, Diana Lee in 1957. He then worked for Pughs Service as a mechanic for 47 years. After retiring people still brought cars, lawn mowers, etc. to him to tinker with because of his talent at fixing just about anything. He also loved being outside in his garden and spending time with his grandchildren. Mr. Yates was a wonderful father and grandfather and worked very hard to support his family. In addition to his mother he was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Diana Lee Yates, 2011; and son, Eddie Yates, 2005. He is survived by his son, Mark Yates and his wife Sharon of Pa.; daughter, Donna Moran and her husband Joey of Hartly; sister, Nila; brothers, Howard Yates and Lowell Yates both of Tenn.; six grandchildren; and three great grandchildren. He is also survived by a very special companion and friend, Sharon Barilla who brought lots of smiles the last year of his life and his brother Howard who came to stay with him during his illness, they spent lots of time catching up on the good ole times and sharing laughter. He will be missed very much. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions be made to Delaware Hospice, 911 S. Dupont Highway, Dover, DE 19901. Letters of condolence may be sent and guestbook signed at www.torbertfuneral.com.

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