Donna Sue Yates, 63, of Columbia, KY, passed away Tuesday November 10, 2026 at her residence. She was born on March 12, 1963 in Quantico, Virginia to the late Donald Hugh “Don” Yates and Frieda Thompson Yates of Columbia, KY who survives.
Donna was a member of 3trees Church and enjoyed being outdoors and spending time with her family and friends.
SURVIVORS:
Her mother: Frieda Thompson Yates of Columbia, KY
1 brother: Brent Yates of Columbia, KY
Nephew: Waydon Tyler Yates of Lexington, KY
Several other family members & friends
In honoring Donna’s wishes the family chose cremation and no services are scheduled at this time.
Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.









