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John Jack S. Yates

Death by Force
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John "Jack" S. Yates, a 77-year-old white male from Lincoln, Illinois, was tragically taken from this life on January 19, 2021. Born on August 31, 1943, Jack grew up in Waynesville, Illinois, and was known for his love of cars, motorcycles, and his involvement in Doberman Rescue. He was a retired employee of Eaton Corporation and enjoyed spending time with his friends, often engaging in lively discussions over coffee. Jack's hobbies included detailing cars, collecting Lionel trains, and riding h ...Read More
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    • Victim Details

    John “Jack” S. Yates

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Lincoln

    IL

    2021-01-19

    77

    John

    Jack S. Yates

    11/09/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I've been following the Yates case closely, and one thing that stands out to me is Jack's passion fo... ...Read More
    10/12/2024
    Hi everyone,
    I've been following Jack Yates' case closely, and one thing that really struck me is... ...Read More
    04/08/2024
    I came across some photos in the local news of Jack Yates' collection of Lionel trains, and it got m... ...Read More
    03/30/2023
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