James Yates

James R. Yates, 74, of Robinson passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2020. Funeral Services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 9th at Pecan Grove Funeral Home, 3124 Robinson Dr., Waco, with Pastor Derek Nease officiating. Burial will immediately follow at Robinson Cemetery. The family will receive visitors 4:00-6:00 p.m. Sunday, March 8th at the funeral home.
James was born April 21, 1945 to Tom and Irene (Pharris) Yates in Cameron, Texas. He served his country in the US Army. James was a welder, working for Mosley Machinery and Smith Pump Company. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and especially spending time on the farm.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Gladys; seven sisters; two brothers; and his good friends, Sonny, George, and Judy.
James is survived by his sons, Jamie Yates, Larry Yates; daughters-in-law, Pam Gutierrez, Teresa Sanchez; grandchildren, Dakota Yates and wife Whitney, Makayla Yates, Sherrie Yates, Josh Sanchez, Kirstie Sanchez; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and in-laws.