Bernard Yates

Bernard Yates passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026, in Augusta, Georgia, the city of his birth and a place he called home throughout his life. Born on December 18, 1955, Bernard’s journey spanned seventy years, each marked by the quiet dignity and steadfast presence that will be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Bernard’s passing brings a solemn moment of reflection and gratitude for his life, and for the impact he made within his community and among those he encountered. 

Those who mourn Bernard Yates do so with deep respect, honoring the memory of a life lived with quiet strength. Though he has departed, the legacy of his character and the indelible mark he leaves behind in Augusta will endure.

May Bernard rest in peace, fondly remembered by all whose lives he touched.