Clinton Lewis Yates passed away on 24 December 2019. He was born 8 June 1928. He is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Charleen; daughters Beth (Ben Garcia) and Debbie (Jon Mulvey); 4 granddaughters and 8 great grandchildren. Clinton graduated from Central High School in 1946. He received a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics. As a veteran, he retired from the Army as a First Lieutenant in 1954; the Army Reserves in 1962, and served on the Battleship Iowa. He was a proud Master Mason of the 32nd Degree. In 1983, after 35 years, he retired from the Pueblo Chemical Depot as the Chief of Management and Financial Services. During his tenure, he received numerous commendations and awards. In retirement, Clinton supported educational projects, building computer labs, serving on the Pueblo Community College Board and was active in the R.O.M.E.O. Breakfast Club. In lieu of food and flowers, contributions may be made to Veterans Overcoming Obstacles through the funeral home office. Memorial service will be held Monday December 30, 2019 at 2:00 pm at T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home.
