Donald Yearwood

August 15, 1930 - January 9, 2020

Donald G. Yearwood of Mableton, Georgia was born August 15, 1930 and passed away peacefully on January 9, 2020 surrounded by family and friends. Don was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph Coker and Nancy Rebecca Yearwood of Austell, Ga and daughter-in-law, Vicky Yearwood. He is survived by his wife of 12 years, Patricia Yearwood; 2 daughters, Donna (Doug) Taylor of Douglasville and Gail (Frankie) Simmons of Mableton; 4 sons, Jimmy A. (Janet) Yearwood of Dallas, Robby (Theresa) Yearwood, Gilbert Yearwood, and Glen (Lorie) Etheridge. Don is also survived by 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews. Don worked for Ford Motor Company in Hapeville, Ga. for 30 years and Gables Sporting Goods in Douglasville for approximate 30 years. Don was an avid outdoor sportsman. He enjoyed boating, bass fishing, hunting, archery and he was the Georgia State Champion 2 years, he also enjoyed bowling and camping. Don was a great husband, father, grandfather and a friend to all that allowed him. Don will be missed by his family and friends. A memorial service will be held at Beulah Baptist Church, 11491 Bankhead Hwy. in Douglasville at 2pm on Monday, January 13, 2020. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name, Donald G. Yearwood to Beulah Baptist Church. White Columns Chapel & Cremations is honored to serve the family of Donald G. Yearwood.