Hollis Yates, age 77 of Grimsley, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at the U.T. Medical Center-Jamestown.

Hollis’ wishes were to have no viewing. In honor of him, take a moment of silence, and raise a glass for a toast in memory of him. He believed that you shouldn’t mourn passing, but have a celebration.

Hollis is survived by his:
Wife, Deb Yates
Daughter, Lisa Yates
Grandson, Brock Yates
Brothers, Hershel Yates and wife Marsha
David Yates and wife Sherry
Haskel Yates
Howard Yates
Herbert Yates and wife Patty
Sister, Annabell Pedigo and husband Jack
Sisters-in-law, Deanna Hines Crawford
Jeri Yates
A host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins, other family and many friends

He is preceded in death by his:
Father, James “Edie” Yates
Mother, Minnie “Dude” (Goney) Yates
Brothers, Harold Yates
Michael Yates
Melvin Yates
Sister, Lois Nell Copeland and husband Hubert
Brother-in-law, Steve Hines and wife Ginny

Jennings Funeral Homes of Jamestown is in charge of cremation for Hollis Yates of Grimsley.