George S. Yates, 86, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on March 3, 2012. George is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Billie, three sons Mark (Lynne), Greg (Dawn), Scott (Yvonne), 7 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and his sister Mildred Hollard. Memorial services will be at 2:00pm on Fri. at Crown Hill Mortuary, Pavilion of Reflection. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Visiting Nurse Association, 390 Grant Street Denver, CO 80203 or The Wild Animal Sanctuary, 1946 County Road 53 Keenesburg, CO 80643.