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John Kevin Yarborough

05/16/1965 - 02/27/2019

Obituary For John Kevin Yarborough

John Kevin Yarborough, 53, of Durham, NC passed away Wednesday, February, 27, 2019, at Duke University Hospital. He was born May 16, 1965 to Susie E. Pullam and the late John E. Yarborough. A graduate of Northern High School, John later attend DeVry University.

He was married to his loving wife Thomasine Jones Yarborough for 26 years. He was a very generous giver who dearly loved his family and friends. He loved sports - watching ACC games (especially UNC), cooking, and helping others.

John was a dedicated mail carrier for over 20 years.

A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, March 8, at Hyco Zion Baptist Church, 996 Concord Church Rd., Roxboro, NC. Visitation at 11:00 am, and service is at 12 noon. Repass immediately following service at the church. Interment will be in Oak Grove Memorial Gardens, Durham, NC.


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To Susie and your family - Our prayers are with you. We have such fond memories of John and your whole family. We loved having you all as our neighbors. May God bless and comfort you. Myrtle Jones & family

John was a special person. Caring, giving, and loving. He will always have a special place in my heart. I pray that his family will find comfort in their fond memories of him. Sterling Gaster

John was a great godfather to me (as well as a cousin and “uncle”) Him & my mother grew up like brother and sister. He always taught me to ALWAYS get up when life knocks me down. He told me always reach for the stars and to NEVER stop following my dreams. I’ll miss you dearly <3 Love, Dontra’na

John was not just my 1st cousin, he was my big brother. One of the first Men that I loved. I knew from the moment I found out I was pregnant with Dontra'na that he and Thomasine had to be her Godparents. He had so much love for his family! He was a dedicated Man to his wife and his job. He meant the world to me! John rest easy and I'll see you when I get there!!

John was an excellent mail carrier and loved his job. I looked forward to listening to his stories and jokes. He loved his wife by the many times he spoke of her lovingly. John will be missed by the Rougemont Postal family. May God bless him and give comfort to his family. Michelle Mcmillon former Postmaster.

My prayers and condolences go out to the entire Yarbourugh Family but especilally to my ever long time Theatre/Dance family Tina and Brother Ronnie.On behalf of the students and faculty at North Carolina A&T State University, Theatre Arts Program we love and support you during this time. May you be comforted as you mourn the passing of Brother John. God Bless your entire Family. Greg Horton, Interim Chair of Visual and Performing Arts

John was one of the very first people I met when I moved to Durham. I am crushed that my dear friend has passed. For 30 years we lived and laughed I loved John and he will truly be missed. To Thomasina and family and friends I am so sorry for your loss and may God watch over you all in this time of sorrow.

To the entire Yarborough Family - We are so sorry to hear of the passing of our cousin John. To his wife, mother, and the entire family we extend our deepest thoughts and prayers. May God grant you all the peace and comfort needed to get through this untimely transition.

We love you all, Cousin Virginia Patillo Family

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