Rebecca Edlin Harrell Yates age 67 of Rocky Point, passed peacefully at home Tuesday November 17, 2020 surrounded by her loving family.

She was born October 28, 1953 in Pender County, daughter of the late Hubert and Catherine Brittain Harrell.

She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Johnny M. Yates Sr.; daughter, Laura Y. Hansen and husband Chris of Surf City; son, John Martin Yates Jr. and wife Cady of Rocky Point; three grandchildren, Jacob Scott, Graham Yates and Emmie Yates; three sisters, Cathy H. Tompkins of Burgaw, Martha H. Thomas of Burgaw and Doris H. Robbins of Rocky Point; six nieces and nephews; ten great nieces and nephews; one great great niece; and special friend Leona Pridgen.

A private funeral service and burial will be held at Riley's Creek Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, family asks that donations be made to Liberty Hospice Services,  420 Eastwood Rd Suite 101, Wilmington, NC 28403

You are invited to sign the guest book.