Charles “Boots” W. Yeakey, Sr.

Charles W. Yeakey, Sr., age 66, of LaPorte, died Wednesday, November 11 at Golden Living Center, LaPorte. No services will be held. Charles was born May 22, 1943 in Moberly, MO to Francis and Aline (Bundesman) Yeakey, both of whom preceded him in death. In the 60’s he married the love of his life, Judy Helen (Granacki) Yeakey, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his children Scott (Tricia) Yeakey, Charles “Dewey” Yeakey, Jr., Joey Yeakey, and Sherrie (Jimmy) Yeakey all of Michigan City, and Tina Yeakey of LaPorte; grandchildren Jacob, Jessica, Misti, Judy and Ashton, brothers and sisters Donald Lee (Karen) Yeakey, Michigan City, Barbara Jean Yeakey of Portage, Mary Elizabeth (Owen) Miller of Truman, AR, Junior Earl Yeakey, Truman, AR Patricia Ann (Robert) Horton of Truman, AR, Ernest Carl (Marie) Yeakey of Santa Maria, CA, Linda Marie Coleman and Frankie Eugene Yeakey, both of Truman, AR. He was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Louise Yeakey. Mr. Yeakey had been an assembler/painter with Excelsior Mfg. Co. He was known for his great sense of humor. He dearly missed the passing of his beloved wife Judy. He enjoyed fishing and spending time outdoors. He will be fondly missed by his family and friends. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.