Bernice I. Yates-Cox
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Bernice I. Yates-Cox, 100, of East Fallowfield passed away at home on Monday, February 6, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Ashe County, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Elihu L. Taylor and Agnes (Surber) Taylor. She was widowed by Roby G. Yates, who passed away in 1968 and by Coy R. Cox who passed away in 2001.
Bernice lived in West Virginia until the mid 1950’s where she was a member of Crozier Baptist Church, where she came to know Jesus as her Lord and Savior and was a member of the choir.
She attended Gary High School and later moved to Pennsylvania with her family as they searched for work. She held a variety of jobs while raising two children and maintaining her role as homemaker.
She was an active member of Atglen Missionary Baptist Church until the decline of her health.
She is survived by two children: Darlene Hughes and husband Paul of East Fallowfield and Ernest Yates and wife Dora also of East Fallowfield. Additionally, she is survived by two grandchildren: Lisa Hughes and Leon Yates and wife Lindsay and Great Grandchildren: Lillianna Yates and Lucas Yates.
She is preceded in death by four siblings: Worth Taylor, Cecil Taylor, Delano Taylor, and Jerry Taylor.
Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on Monday, February 13, 2023 from the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg, PA 19365. Friends and family are invited to attend a visitation period taking place from 10 AM until the start of the service. Interment will directly follow at Fairview Cemetery of Coatesville.
For those not able to attend in person, a livestream will be provided on this page. To watch the live stream the day of the service please click HERE.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg. Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
I was so sorry to hear about
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother, grandmother and my Aunt. I have fond memories of your family and miss the days when we were within walking distance for visits. Aunt Bernice always had a great memory and told us so many stories of when they were growing up in West Virginia. We attended the same church and I still have the Bible Uncle Roby gave me when I was baptized at Atglen Baptist Church in February 1966.
Hugs and prayers to you all.
Love, Patty Taylor Stine and family ❤
condolence
Dolly , Ernie and families, So sorry to hear about your mother ! We met many years ago and shared lots of stories about W. Va. our home state . She lived a long Christian life ! I am sure Louella and her are having some good conservations now ! Thank you so much for calling me Dolly ! Love and Prayers , Phyllis
Deepest Sympathies
Dear Dolly, Paul, Lisa and Yates family:
We send our thoughts and prayers in the passing of Bernice. May knowing that she is in the arms of Jesus give you peace and comfort in the days to come. God bless you all. Emil and Jane
In Deepest Sympathy
I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Mrs.Yates. The fact that she lived to be 100 years old is definitely a sign that she loved the Lord, since he blessed her with 100 years of life. Our prayers are with Dollie's family. May God watch over you and bring peace to your hearts during this time of loss. Remember...she is in Heaven looking down upon us all. Our prayers are with all of you. May God bless you all.
The Armer Family
Dear Dolly. Ernest, and
Dear Dolly. Ernest, and family,
I was saddened to hear of Aunt Bernice's passing, but know that she is in an awesome place now! Dad always was so close to her, and loved her dearly. And, Mom loved her like a sister.
I am so sorry that we could not make the service, but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Love, Mike & Debbie (Taylor) Nelms