Olen R. Yates, age 91, of Smiths Station, Alabama passed away on Friday, July 30, 2021. December 3,
A graveside service with military honors will be held Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Fort Mitchell National Cemetery, Fort Mitchell, Alabama.
Mr. Yates was born October 3, 1929 in Wedowee, Alabama; son of the late Leon and Ruth Heard Yates. He was retired from the U.S. Army, having served in both Korea and Vietnam.
Survivors include his wife, Lina Faye Yates, children, Terry Yates, Barry Yates, Donna Yates and husband, Greg Heinrich and grandson, Grayson Yates.