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Kevin Yates

John Kevin Yates, of Medina, TN was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on May 23, 2023 at the age of 59, just 4 days before his 60th birthday.  He left this earth while on vacation at the beach with his family.

He was a graduate of North Side High School in Jackson, TN, and the University of Memphis with a business degree.  He spent a majority of his life working in insurance.  In his retirement, he has enjoyed traveling with his wife and spending time with his first grandchild, Kade.  He was a member of the Englewood Baptist Church in Jackson, TN.

He is survived by his wife, Jenny Yates, and his four children, Sarah Mullins (Ethan), Rachael Lemonis (Tony), Ashley Boroughs (Will), Tyler Yates; his grandson Kade Mullins.  He also leaves behind his sister Karen Sims(John) a brother Jeffrey Yates, aunts Ann Peebles(Ricky) and Sarah Cantrell (Jim) along with several cousins, nieces and nephews. 

Kevin was preceded in death by his parents Howard "D" and Nellie Yates.

Funeral service will be held at Pilot Oak Baptist Church near Water Valley, KY at 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 27 with burial to follow in the church cemetery.  Visitation will be at the church from 12 noon Saturday until the funeral hour.

Memorials may be made per Jenny and family request to Kevin's daughter Ashley and her husband Will's adoption fund (venmo-@ashley-boroughs-6) or the Pilot Oak Baptist Church Cemetery Fund in care of Jerry Coltharp, 4001 ST. RT. 94 West,  Wingo, KY 42088.


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Guestbook

Prayers for family. Kevin, Karen and Jeffery lived next door to my family for a long time. I still miss them. Rest in Peace Kevin.

Betsy Favara May 26 2023 5:48 PM

So very sorry for the loss of your love . I know this has to be very hard on you . Prayers and again so very sorry .

Debra Sanders May 26 2023 2:01 PM

Mrs.Jenny and family, I am so sorry for y’all’s lost. I will be praying for y’all. ❤️

Emma Ward May 26 2023 12:13 PM

Amy and I are heartbroken at your loss. We are praying for you and your wonderful family.

Amy and Bob Alvey May 26 2023 6:14 AM

Jenny and family - I'm so sorry to learn of Kevin's passing
I so enjoyed getting to know you and being with yawl in healing at Calvary

Hamp Williams May 26 2023 12:00 AM

Judy Brown lit a candle for Kevin Yates

Judy Brown May 25 2023 10:12 PM

Renee Peebles lit a candle for Kevin Yates

Renee Peebles May 25 2023 8:47 PM

Jenny, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious Kevin. Please know we are praying for you. 🙏🏼

Melise Lasley May 25 2023 8:28 PM

We are so sorry to hear this! Known Kevin, his parents and siblings for a long time. Such a nice family. Went to Lambuth Memorial with them. Jenny we are so sorry, prayers.

Martha , George and Todd Dean May 25 2023 8:14 PM

We are so sorry to hear this! Known Kevin, his parents and siblings for a long time. Such a nice family. Went to Lambuth Memorial with them. Jenny we are so sorry, prayers.

Martha , George and Todd Dean May 25 2023 8:14 PM