Robert H. Yake
May 2, 1946 - January 1, 2019
Mr. Robert H. Yake, 72, of Gulfport, MS passed away Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019 in Gulfport. He was born May, 2, 1946 in Indiana. He was a retired Machinist from Ingalls Shipbuilding, and was a U.S. Army Veteran. Mr. Yake enjoyed antique cars and his machine shop, making rings and things for his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert L. Yake and Erma S. Hensley. Daughter, Melissa Harris-Woodring, infant son, Michael Yake, brother, Neil Yake and granddaughter, Christine Hacker. Survivors include, Man's Best Friend, his dog, Duke. Son, Mark Cuevas (Darlene), 6 daughters, Marie Hansen (David), Michelle Nance (Glenn), Maxine Mitchell (Ricky), Libby Hacker (Larry), Chrissy Nisbett (Johan), and Stephanie Yake. Sister, Phyllis Brown. 21 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren. Memorial Service will be held Friday, Jan. 11, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Biloxi National Cemetery, Biloxi, MS. Holder-Wells Funeral Home, Moss Point MS is in charge of arrangements. Please sign the online register book for Mr. Yake at www.holderwellsfuneralhome.com
Mr. Robert H. Yake, 72, of Gulfport, MS passed away Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019 in Gulfport. He was born May, 2, 1946 in Indiana. He was a retired Machinist from Ingalls Shipbuilding, and was a U.S. Army Veteran. Mr. Yake enjoyed antique cars and... View Obituary & Service Information