Paul Yates

Paul Yates, 81, of Winter Haven, Florida passed away on July 12, 2024. Born in Cullman, Alabama he eventually moved and settled in Winter Haven.  

Paul was a member of Winter Haven Church of Christ and attended Heartland Church in Winter Haven. 

He was the owner of Yates Electric, Inc. in Winter Haven for over 40 years. He was a proud lifetime member of NWTF, Pheasants Forever, Winter Haven Moose Lodge, Texas Trophy Hunters and NRA. He was also a proud member of the Winter Haven Moose Lodge 186, Scottish Rite of Tampa, Shrine Club of Tampa. He enjoyed golf, hunting and fishing. He was the biggest Alabama Roll Tide Fan.  

Paul is preceded in death by his parents, Ezra and Ruthie Ann Yates. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Kitty; sister, Linda Granger; many nieces and nephews. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.