Harry Yeatts,

Harry Lester Yeatts, Jr., 78 years of age of Manassas, VA died suddenly at home Saturday morning on February 14, 2009. Born on September 17, 1930 in Harrisburg, PA. Harry was the son of the late Harry L Yeatts, Sr. and Anna R Eshenour. He was also preceded in death by one brother, Kenneth K Yeatts. Harry is survived by five children, three step-children, eighteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. In his youth Harry lived in Hagerstown, Maryland and graduated from Ferndale High School near Johnstown, PA and was affiliated with the Episcopal Church of Hagerstown, MD. He was a member of the US Army serving during 1952-1954. In the army he was an avid and accomplished artistic painter, woodwork joinery and completed a major full-wall mural while serving in Germany. Prior to entering the Army, Harry married Patricia A May. Together they had three children, Cheryl A Raby, Larry L Yeatts and W Bryan Yeatts. He later married Sondra L Ramp and together they had two children: Jacqualine L Surber and Deborah K McGiffin. He was also the step-father to Sondra's first three children: Cindy L Heavener, Betty L Whitmore and Dora J Pullen. Harry is survived by three brothers: Robert E Yeatts of Washington, J Richard Yeatts and Ronald D Yeatts of California. Throughout his life, Harry truly enjoyed oil-painting, golfing, gardening, photography, traveling, building & remodeling, roller skating, slot car racing, playing chess and sweet cherry pie! Great friends were as important to him as was his family. His door was always open to those who needed a shoulder. In good times or bad, the grace of his hand was always available for the taking. He had an unyielding ability to give what was needed when you didn't know you were in need. His love of chess showed how he welcomed a good challenge with a worthy opponent, if they dare to try. His virtue of character never waivered. During the most unbearable times he remained a pillar of strength to catch others when they had fallen. This gentle yet soft spoken man has touched the lives of many on a profound level and will truly be missed by those left behind. OUR DAD will be Sorely Missed!! Visitation will be held from 2-4pm and 6-8pm on Saturday February 21, 2009 at Pierce Funeral Home, 9609 Center St. Manassas, Virginia (703-257-6028) where funeral services will be held on Sunday, February 22, 2009 at 1:30pm. Reception immediately following, location to be announced. Interment will be held at 2pm on Thursday, February 26, 2009 at Stonewall Memory Gardens, 12004 Lee Highway in Manassas, VA (703-754-4210). The family will be accepting flowers or donations to the American Lung Association, 9221 Forest Hill Avenue, Richmond, VA 23235 in memory of Harry L. Yeatts, Jr. Condolences may be sent to www.piercefh.com.

Harry Yeatts,

September 17, 1930 - February 14, 2009