David Wayne Yankee

David Wayne Yankee, age 44, of Newport, born March 16, 1971 passed away Friday September 25, 2015. He was a graduate of Cocke County High School. After graduation he enlisted in the United States Army. After serving his country he became a Paramedic (EMT-P, PHS-C, AAS). David served in many EMS and management roles over the course of his career. His last management position was held with the Grainger County MEDIC, as well as Tactical Medic for Grainger County Law Enforcement SORT, Grainger County Death Investigator/Coroner and OSHA/Safety Officer. He served in the US Army from 1988-1991- US Medic Squad Leader 389th Field Medical and 3rd Armor Training Brigade. US Navy from 1996-2002, 4th Field Surgical - US Navy Hospital to US Marines Corpsman Petty Officer 2nd class E-5, assigned to US Marines as Corpsman (survival and weapons training). His awards/Honors. US Army Soldier of the Quarter 1991, US Army Commendation 2001, State of Tennessee Senate Proclamation 2011 (outstanding service in the field of Medicine and pr-hospital care). David was one of the most intelligent spirits with life ahead. A life dedicated to servant leadership in EMS, management and service to our country. He was preceded in death by his mother, Glenda Faye Bartley; grandmother, Hazel Ball; grandfathers, Acie Ball and Arlon Yankee. He is survived by his wife Merrie (Pokey) Yankee; daughter Madison Yankee; sons Devon Yankee, Justin Williford; and Brandon Davis, who was just like a son all of Newport; father Merrill Yankee; sister Donna Cunningham both of Knoxville; mother-in-law Peggy Fine; sister-in-law Kerrie (Jason) Holt, nieces Ariel and Davanne Holt; nephews Shane and Josue Holt all of Newport, Will, Thomas and Nathan Cunningham all of Knoxville; and a host of other family and friends. Funeral services will be held 8:00 pm Tuesday, September 29, 2015 in Manes Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Willie Winters officiating. Burial will be held 11:00 am Wednesday, September 30, 2015 in Resthaven Memorial Garden. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm Tuesday at Manes Funeral Home prior to the funeral service. Family and friends may sign the guest register online at www.manesfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Manes Funeral Home.

David Wayne Yankee

March 16, 1971 - September 25, 2015