Earl Yarbrough

Earl Yarbrough, beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, great great grandfather, brother and friend left this earth to reside in the house of the Lord on October 2, 2025 at the age of 101. Earl was born September 12, 1924 to Archie and Mary Opal Yarbrough in Springdale, Arkansas.

Earl was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII and was proud to have served his country. After he served his country he worked for the U.S. Postal service for 34 years until his retirement in September of 1979. Earl was known for his sweet personality, kindness and sense of humor. He loved his family dearly and was loved by everyone who met him. He gave life to many through his blood donations over the years, giving over 12 gallons. He enjoyed bowling, camping and was one of the Hanford Mall Walkers. Most of all he enjoyed being with family.

Earl is survived by his children, Kathy Schenk (Robert), Michael Yarbrough (Terri), his grandchildren, Matthew Yarbrough (Jennifer), Katie Yarbrough (Tony Renshaw), great grandchildren, Dixie Ledesma, Aaron Yarbrough, Blaine Yarbrough and his great great granddaughter Olivia Ledesma. He is also survived by his brother Albert Yarbrough (Stella) and sisters-in-law Velma Yarbrough and Lu Ann Yarbrough.

Earl was preceded in death by his wife Jean, his parents Archie and Mary Opal, siblings, Clyde Yarbrough, Archie Lee Yarbrough, Louise Puckett, June Lay, Raymond Yarbrough and Jack Yarbrough.

Services will be held at People's Funeral Chapel located at 501 N. Douty Street, Hanford, CA on October 17, 2025 at 10:00AM. Interment to follow at Grangeville Cemetery followed by a reception at the Lemoore Church of the Nazarene located at 726 East D Street, Lemoore, CA.

We would like to thank Valley Christian Home and their staff for caring for Earl over the past two years. Family and friends are welcome to visit Earl's legacy at www.peoplesfuneralchapel.com.