Willesta Yates

Willesta “Woodie” Yates, 82, passed away Oct. 22, 2024.

Woodie was born June 24, 1942, in Talihina, Okla. to William and Lena Thirkill. She was preceded in death by her parents; and uncle and aunt Allen and Hazel Dukes.

Woodie is survived by husband Roscoe Yates; sons Timothy Yates, and Todd Yates and spouse Nichole; daughter Tamatha Parker; and grandsons Brendan Parker, Aidan Parker, Jake Yates, and Eli Yates.

For the full obituary, please visit Dignity Memorial.