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Virginia A. Yates

Virginia A. Yates, age 73 of Columbus, formerly of Prospect died Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at Riverside Methodist Hospital.  She was born April 2, 1937 in Ulm, Arkansas to the late Charles and Agnes (Johnson) Griffith. On November 12, 1958 she married Paul David Yates and he died March 19, 1993. She worked as a night auditor for Courtyard by Marriott in Worthington and was a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys.  She and her husband owned and operated Hercules Industries in Prospect from 1968 to 1993.  The most important thing in Virginia’s life was her family, especially her grandbabies. She is survived by a son, David Yates, Columbus; a daughter, Julie Spicer, Dublin; and grandchildren Lauren and Anna. She was the youngest of fourteen brothers and sisters, and was particularly close to her sisters Esther Cain and Dorothy Calley. She is also survived by sisters-in-law, Cora (James) Thomas, Prospect; Diane Yates, Marion; brothers-in-law, Wayne Cain, Portland, Oregon; Ernie Lee Massie; Walter Yates; Forest Ray Yates, all of Marion. Public calling hours will be Sunday, April 25, 2010 from 2 to 4 PM in the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home, Prospect.  Private family services will take place on Monday. Memorial gifts may be made to the American Cancer Society, 870 Michigan Ave, Columbus, OH  43215 (www.cancer.org). Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com View Memorial Tribute Video Hide Video If the video stutters, pause it for a minute or two while the buffer loads Florist Login Feel free to post a remembrance on this person's birthday, anniversary of passing, holidays, or whenever feels appropriate.

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Condolences       to #1 from: Karen Landon Byhalia,Oh Thu, Apr 22, 2010 at 6:01 PM   My sympathy to the entire family, during your time of loss.   #2 from: ReneeWiggins Groveport, oh Thu, Apr 22, 2010 at 9:13 PM Julie and Family, My sincerest condolences to you and your family in the lost of your dear dear mother!  May God give you peace that passes all understanding.  I will keep you, Lauren, Anna and the rest of your family lifted in prayer. Renee Wiggins and Family #3 from: stacy emert powell ohio Fri, Apr 23, 2010 at 10:01 AM Julie, Thinking of you and wishing you strength during this time. #4 from: Natalie (Pertuset) Clark Larue Fri, Apr 23, 2010 at 12:01 PM The Pertuset Family would like to send our deepest sympathy to the Yates Family.  Take care and God Bless.   Sue,Shon,Shane,Nikki,Natalie and families #5 from: Jason, Ryan, Emily, Evan, Ethan Upper Sandusky Fri, Apr 23, 2010 at 12:34 PM Julie, Lauren, and Anna, We are very sorry to hear about your mom (grandma).  Although this time is difficult, it will get better with time. Remember the  good times you've had over the years and the precious memories you and the girls will have forever.  Just wanted to let you know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.   Love, Jason, Ryan and the kids #6 from: Michelle Montgomery Columbus Fri, Apr 23, 2010 at 1:23 PM Dear Julie & family, Thinking of you during this time - I was so sorry to hear of your loss.   You are all in our thoughts and prayers! The Montgomery Family #7 from: Kim Murgas Westerville, OH Fri, Apr 23, 2010 at 3:06 PM Dearest Julie, Anna & Lauren, Words never seem enough at these very sad times.  As such, I struggle to put my feelings into words.  Simply put, I want you all to know that you are with me in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.   I am here for you all in anyway.  God Bless each of you during the days, weeks and years ahead.  May God grant you the wisdom, courage, strength and faith to move forward.  Your memories and your love will see you through!  God Bless!   Love, The Entire Murgas Family, Kim, Bob, Bobby & Bob #8 from: Jeri Levy Powell, Ohio Sun, Apr 25, 2010 at 7:34 AM Julie: We are thinking about you and your entire family at this time and are praying for strength to keep you strong. Jeri & Michael Levy #9 from: Arlene & Ray James Cuyahoga Falls , Ohio 44221 Sun, Apr 25, 2010 at 8:22 AM So sorry to hear of your loss.  Ernie Lee sent us the sad news and we were shocked. Take one day at a time and know that people care and are thinking of you. #10 Private  Log in to view.   #11 from: KEITH P. BECKER PROSPECT, OHIO Fri, Apr 30, 2010 at 2:27 PM JULIE AND DAVID: I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOU MOTHERS PASSING. I BOUGHT YOUR HOUSE ON GOODING ROAD AND NOW LIVE ON PROSPECT NORTON ROAD. I TOO LOST MY MOTHER BACK ON MARCH 1ST. MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT I TOO SHARE IN YOUR LOSS.  PAUL AND GINNY WERE ALWAYS SO KIND TO ME.  BLESS YOU BOTH DURING THIS DIFFICULT AND SAD TIME. SINCERELY, KEITH

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