Obituaries

Deborah Yeater

December 11, 1949 - March 3, 2026

Deborah Yeater, age 76, of Lakeland, Florida passed away tragically on March 3, 2026, following a house fire. Born on December 11, 1949, in Painesville, Ohio. Deborah was the daughter of the late, Albert and Dorothy (Piercy). She was a beloved sister, mother, grandmother, aunt, and a friend to many.

Deborah was predeceased by her brothers, Albert and Kevin; sisters, Marilyn and Jesse and her brother-in- law, Jeff Bates. She is survived by her children Fred (Emily) Mason, Roberta (Curt) Varner and Tina Shaffer, her grandchildren, Heather, George, Brooke, Deborah, and Alana, as well as her great grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings; Ronnie (Vicky) Piercy, Gail Piercy, Chris Piercy, Wave (Keith) Herman and Dee Bates as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. Deborah’s kindness sense of humor and caring heart will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Burial will take place in Ohio at a later date. The family will announce details once arrangements are complete