Florence Marie Yates departed this life on November 10, 2010. She was born in Powhatten, LA To Grady and Florence Celia Rodrigues and married to Jerry Lynn Yates, all of whom departed before her. Marie was educated as nurse, received her designation as an LPN and worked as a health care provider in that capacity. Those who survive her include her children Tammy West(Sam), Mark Lynn Yates (Lisa), Jimmy Joseph Yates, Sharon Marie Yates, James Richard Yates, and Jerry David Yates. She is also survived by a sister Mary Rodrigues as well as other family members and friends. Marie's family will be celebrating her life in a private ceremony.