MICHAEL R. “MIKE” YATES, 58, of Jasonville, Indiana passed away at 12:09 a.m. Monday, March 17, 2014 in IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis, IN.
He was born September 4, 1955 in Seymour, IN to Emmett Yates and Rose (Ranger) Wolfe.
Survivors include his life partner, Beth A. Strahla of Jasonville, IN; daughters, Carlie Rule & Bill Liston of Bridgeport, IL, Amy Dix & Tyler of Terre Haute, IN, Katie Miller of Jasonville, IN; sons, Matthew Yates of TN, Carl Miller of Jasonville, IN, Matthew Miller of Jasonville, IN; mother, Rose Wolfe & Dale of North Vernon, IN; grandchildren, Tanner Liston, Paige Liston, Josie Liston, Jayce Dix, Zakary Dix; sisters, Terry Peters of Greensburg, IN; Robin Patterson & Jeff of North Vernon, IN; brother, Greg Yates & Anna of North Vernon, IN; aunt, Jean Huddleston & Gene; uncle, Garland Ranger; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father, Emmett Yates; brothers, Emmett Yates, Jr., Jerry Yates.
Mike loved to build and ride his custom motorcycles. He enjoyed traveling, metal detecting and spending time with his friends and family.
Arrangements were entrusted to Michael W. Cox, Cox Funeral Home; 218 South Meridian Street; Jasonville, Indiana. Visitation was scheduled from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, March 19, 2014 at the Cox Funeral Home. Funeral Services were scheduled at 5 p.m. Wednesday evening at the Funeral Home with Pastor Jason Hill officiating. Visitation continued after funeral services until 8 p.m.
Per Mike’s request, cremation followed visitation and funeral services. Interment followed at a later date in Sylvan, IN.
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