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James Oliver Yearby

Death by Force
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James Oliver Yearby, aged 62, passed away on April 13, 2021, in Louisville, Kentucky. Born on May 5, 1958, in Flint, Michigan, James was known for his generous, loving, and free-spirited nature. He enjoyed music, art, fishing, and playing basketball, and was an inspiration to many of his young nephews, friends, and others around him who needed positive guidance.

Despite his positive attitude and the support of his family, James's death was a significant loss to those who knew him. His o ...Read More
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  • WDRB: Authorities identify 62-year-old weeks after he was shot to death in Louisville's California neighborhood
  • https://www.wave3.com: Man dead after overnight shooting on S. 17th St.
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    Victim Details

    James Oliver Yearby

    Male

    Black / African American

    Louisville

    KY

    2021-04-13

    62

    James

    Oliver Yearby

    11/10/2025

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