David Wayne Yates

With heavy hearts and great sadness, we are saying our last farewells to David Wayne Yates, age 63, of Danielson, Connecticut. He passed away peacefully at home on March 20th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and friends. David was born on November 3, 1961, in Suffern, New York to Alton and Delia Yates. He then spent most of his life in Westborough, Massachusetts where he met his loving wife, Janice. They married on November 12th, 1988 and spent 36 years happily married, raising three wonderful children.

David was witty, outspoken and loved to be the life of the party. He had a passion for the great outdoors, enjoying activities such as hunting, fishing, and being on the water. Above all, he took immense joy in being a grandfather. Some of his most treasured moments will be watching old movies with Anthony, working in the garage with Jaxon, and playing peek-a-boo with Jaclyn.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Janice Yates; his son Brad Yates; son Roy Yates and daughter-in-law, Amanda Yates; his daughter Kyla Collins and son-in-law, Jon Collins. David will also be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, Anthony Yates, Jaxon Yates, and Jaclyn Collins. Additionally, he is survived by his sister, Debra Blash and brother-in-law, Ed Blash; his sister, Michele Bagley; his brother, Jay Yates and sister-in-law, Debbie Yates; his brother, Scott Yates and sister-in-law, Angel Yates; his sister, Toni Williams and brother-in-law, Rocky Williams; and his brother, Alton Yates II and sister-in-law, Liz Yates. David also leaves behind Andy Stoliker, his life-long best friend, as well as several cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

David was preceded in death by his father, Alton Yates, and his mother, Delia Yates; his beloved sister, Linda Rich; his sister-in-law, Wendy Yates; his brother-in-law, George Bagley; and his nephew Michael Blash.

Calling hours for family and friends will be held at Pickering & Son Westborough Funeral Home, located at 62 W. Main Street, Westborough, Massachusetts, on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. David’s legacy will live on through his loving family and the countless memories shared with those who knew him. His presence will be deeply missed but lovingly remembered. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the American Kidney Fund at kidneyfund.org.