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J.R. Yarbrough Memoriam

J.R. was born in Wichita, KS to Earl and Zoe Yarbrough. He passed away peacefully at home in Falcon, CO on September 25, 2009 after a 9 month battle with pancreatic cancer. JR will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 35 years, Penny Ann Yarbrough; son Mark J.R. Yarbrough and daughter Sharon Hill. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Lucille Corlett and survived by sisters Kathryn Busch & Ula Mae Dome; brothers Jack & William Yarbrough; granddaughter, Molly Hill and many nieces and nephews. J.R. was a veteran of WWII having served in the U.S. Army in the European theatre from 1942-1945. He attended the University of Kansas receiving degrees in Physical Education and Electrical Engineering. J.R. was Chief Electrical Engineer with APCO Oil Refinery in Kansas from 1959-1969. As a Master Electrician, J.R. relocated to Co. Springs where he became owner and operator of Diamond Electric. J.R. was a member of Bennett Commandry #30, Knights Templar, Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Al Kaly Temple, Colorado Springs Shrine Club & Southern Colorado Consistory. He also coached YAL football, baseball and basketball through the Boys Club of Colorado Springs. A memorial service will be held at Perfect Fit Wellness Center, 9480 Curtis Rd., Falcon, CO on September 30, 2009 at 6:00 PM , followed by a celebration of his life. In lieu of flowers, the family reqests donations in J.R.'s name be made to Perfect Fit Wellness Center, 9480 Curtis Rd., Falcon, CO 80831.

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Published by The Gazette on Sep. 27, 2009.

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October 7, 2009

Penny,
My heart was heavy when I learned of J.R.'s passing. David said it best with us missing the twinkle in his eye & a smile on his face! I am happy I got to know him through Perfect Fit.
Connie Manning

September 28, 2009

Everyone here at Graybar Electric is sad and will miss JR, He's been our friend and business partner for many years. His home made Christmas fudge will be missed but JR will always be rememberd. Wishing you the best
John Kahler, and all Graybar Employees

September 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We enjoyed knowing and working with J.R. for many years in Colo. Spgs.
Love,
Bob & Brenda Crossland (Las Vegas, NV)

Jill Jantzen

September 27, 2009

Penny,
I was so sorry to hear about JR... I have a lot of great memories from our times spent together at your houses with Lori, we had some great times...Those were the good ole days :)
My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always Penny...
Love,

Mark Billings

September 27, 2009

Penny,
I grew up in Arkansas City. I have great memories of JR and Sharon teaching me to waterski at Hula Lake. Please know that JR was one of a men that helped shape my life. My prayers are for you and your family.

Jerry Crossland

September 27, 2009

Penny,

JR was like a dad to me. I will always remember him. He was a fantastic man to work for and cared about people. We had some great times. My sympathy to you and family.

Judy

September 27, 2009

Penny,

My thought and pryers are withyou through the tough dyas ahead. Know that I am there for you. JR was the best.

Kim and Frank

September 27, 2009

Dear Penny,

Our hearts are very...very heavy right now, but our memories are the best we could ever have hoped for. Thank you for sharing his life with us.

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