Eleanor Yeatman's Obituary
Eleanor (Ellie) Reed Yeatman, age 88, of Moulton, IA, passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at Care Initiatives in Centerville, Iowa.
Ellie was born on December 18, 1935, in Chester County, Pennsylvania, the beloved daughter of John and Elizabeth Reed. In 1958, she married the love of her life, Richard Turner Yeatman, with whom she shared 60 cherished years until his passing in 2018.
During her children's early years, Ellie delighted in creating floral arrangements while Richard managed a family rose business alongside his cousin, Penn. Ellie also had a passion for traveling as she worked part time at a travel agency for several years. In 2009, Ellie and Richard relocated to Moulton, Iowa, to be near their daughters and granddaughters. Ellie adored golfing with her family.
Known for her kindness, humor, and beautiful soul, Ellie was treasured not only as a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother but as a remarkable person by all who knew her. Her home became a hub for gatherings, where family meals featured her renowned creamed mushrooms. Ellie was also known for her nightly ritual, where she would enjoy a Keystone Light and chat with her girls in the living room.
Ellie is survived by her children, Marty (Ann) Yeatman, Deborah King, and Lisa Yeatman (Bruce Probasco); her grandchildren, Marshall (Stephanie) Yeatman, Jessica, and Hannah King; great-grandchildren, Marshall and Elizabeth Rose Yeatman; son-in-law, Mark A. King, and her dear friend, Crystal Myers, as well as numerous extended family and friends in Iowa and Pennsylvania.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Elizabeth Reed, her husband, Richard Yeatman, and her sister, Judith Harvey.
Per Ellie's wishes, she will be cremated, with her final resting place to be at London Grove Cemetery in Pennsylvania. A Celebration of Life honoring her life will be held at 11:00AM, Saturday, July 27, 2024 at the Moulton Methodist Church. The family requests that guests dress in an upbeat fashion, as Ellie loved all things colorful and floral. Memorials may be given to the Moulton Methodist Church, and may be mailed to Thomas Funeral Home, ATTN: Yeatman Family, 501 North 18th Street, Centerville, Iowa 52544. Condolences may be shared at https://www.thomasfh.com or https://www.facebook.com/thomasfuneralhome.
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