James was born on December 13, 1932, in Starkville, MS to Ollie Huffman Yeatman and James Krews Yeatman. He was a member of First Methodist Church, where he faithfully served with the acolytes each Sunday as the cross bearer.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Willa Dean “Deanie” Yeatman; and his sister, Frances Yeatman DrumM.
James is survived by his brother, Kenny Yeatman and wife Kyla of Hot Springs, AR; dedicated cousin, George Turner and wife Linda of Zachary, LA; several other family members and his church family.
The family would like to thank Dr. Glen Peters and the staff at Louisville Healthcare for many years of care, kindness, and love.
Thank you to Paul Simmons, Billy Pearson, and Al Porter for faithfully transporting James to church on Sundays.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to First Methodist Church, P.O. Box 523, Louisville, MS 39339.