Eric Montrell Yearby's Obituary
Eric Montrell Yearby, 51, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, November 18, 2022, at his residence. He was preceded in death by his mother, Doris Ann Ryals; brother, Jimmy “Squeaky” Yearby; grandparents, Pastor Wilbert Harlin and Geraldine Ryals. Survivors include his wife, Karessa Yearby; daughter, Simone Watson-Yearby of Chattanooga; stepchildren, Ariel Sanders, Deon Smith, Deiveon Sanders, and TayTay Sanders; 4 grandchildren; 6 step grandchildren; father, Lee (Angela) Yearby of Chattanooga; uncles, Clarence Ryals, Andrew (Cheryl) Ryals, Larry (Calvereen) Ryals, all of Chattanooga, and Ernest Williams of Goose Creek, SC; aunts, Emma Jean Williams and Louise Ryals-Walker, both of Chattanooga; special buddy, Scare Yearby; a host of nieces; nephews; cousins; other relatives and friends. Special thanks to Aaron Russell for being there every step of the way.
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