Born on March 28, 1933 in Hutchinson, PA to the late Charles and Dorothy (Davis) Yates.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Patricia L. Yates and son, Randy Yates.
Surviving Bob are his children, Lynda Moreno of Mechanicsburg, Laurel Yates of Mechanicsburg, David Yates (Vicki) of Duncannon, Cheryl Yates of Pittsburgh, and Michelle Mortimer (Michael) of Camp Hill; his grandchildren, Melissa Moreno of Doylestown, Manny Moreno of Mechanicsburg, Julie Cramer (Ben) and Dave Yates (Brenna) of Duncannon, Beth Spiroff (Joshua) of Halifax, Hillary Michelotti (Kurt) of Mechanicsburg, Emily Hanwell of Harrisburg, and Michelle Voelker of Butler; his great grandchildren, Madison, Balin, and Brydon of Doylestown, Emma and Grace of Butler, Rhyan and Adrianna of Duncannon, Caleb of Halifax, Mason and Leah of Duncannon, Hank of Mechanicsburg, and Jailynn and Jesalynn of Butler.
First and foremost Bob was a family man who devoted his life to his (deceased) wife and children. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. His professional work was in the fields of accounting and management, retiring from Castle Rubber Co. in East Butler. After retirement he pursued his interests in organic gardening, hunting, fishing, horse racing, and following his favorite sport teams – the Steelers and Penguins – and trips to the Outer Banks with his children and grandchildren. He was born an athlete and remained active for as long as his body allowed. His love and support was the rock our lives were built on. He will be missed beyond measure by all.
A viewing will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2022, from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Neill Funeral Home; 3501 Derry Street, Harrisburg, PA 17111, with a service immediately following. Burial will take place immediately after the funeral service at Shoop’s Garden of Rest, Locust Lane, Harrisburg.
Memorial contributions may be made to Carolyn’s House, Meals on Wheels, or to the VA honor guard.
