James Edward Yantis Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James Edward Yantis of Decatur, Illinois, born in Shelbyville, Illinois, who passed away on December 20, 2022, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Morris Yantis and Ruth Yantis (Martz); and his grandson Alex Rothrock. He is survived by: his wife Julie Yantis of Decatur; his children, Brenda Rothrock (Tim) of Bethany and Jim Yantis (Kendra) of Cumming, GA; his grandchildren, Ariel Short (Dylan) of Mattoon, Bella, Connor, Collin and Brody Yantis of Cumming, GA; his great grandchildren, Kinley, Keller and Charley Short of Mattoon; and his siblings, Morris Yantis Jr. (Ronda) of Findlay, Roy Yantis (Cathy) of Findlay, Danny (Linda Cody) of Findlay and Patty Brooks (Dave) of Findlay. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to the Vonderlieth Living Center, 1120 N. Topper Drive, Mt. Pulaski, IL 62548 or the donor's favorite charity.
