Mary Jim Yarbrough

Mary Jim Yarbrough, 92, of Warner Robins, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her residence on Monday, December 16, 2024.

Born on May 5, 1932, in Standing Rock, Alabama, Mary Jim was raised in LaGrange, Georgia. A 1949 graduate of Rosemont High School, she married her beloved husband, John, on August 28, 1952. Mary Jim worked at the Citizens and Southern Bank in both LaGrange and Macon before turning her attention to raising a family.

Known for her warmth, hospitality, and generosity, Mary Jim was an exceptional cook who loved having friends and family gather around her table. She and her husband cultivated a beautiful garden, always canning the fruits of their labor, ensuring no one ever left their home hungry. Her love for music was also a significant part of her life, and she made sure that her children took piano lessons. Above all, Mary Jim cherished her family. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She always took a deep interest in the lives of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren alike.

Her faith was her foundation, and she was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church of Warner Robins, where she was part of the Ladies Circle and often served as chairman, was part of the Presbyterian Women’s Group, and taught Sunday School.

She had a good sense of humor and a remarkable ability to see the best in people. Her kindness, caring nature, and strong faith touched the lives of many. Mary Jim was a friend to all who knew her and will be deeply missed.

Mary Jim was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 69 years, John Henry Yarbrough, Sr.; her parents, James Lewis and Grace Beatrice Kilgore Neese; stepmother, Lois Shepperd Neese; siblings, Leon Neese, Thomas Neese, Brenton Neese, and Edna Grace Workman; and stepsiblings, Charles Shepperd, Miller Shepperd, and Vivian Johnson.

Her memory will forever be treasured by her children, John Henry Yarbrough, Jr. (Sharon) of Marietta, Lynn Yarbrough Fenton (Eric) of Forsyth, Keith Robert Yarbrough (Esther) of Warner Robins, and Mark Alan Yarbrough (Kim) of Warner Robins; six grandchildren, Lauren Rust (Adam), Cale Yarbrough, Jenny Ostroff (Zach), Kyle Fenton (Lesley Ann), Madelyn Yarbrough-Harry (John), Mary Jane Yarbrough; and six great grandchildren, Lena Kate, Beau, Gabe, Caleb, Nick, and Alex; as well as many other beloved extended family members and friends.

Visitation will be Friday, December 20, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at McCullough Funeral Home. A funeral service will immediately follow at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of McCullough Funeral Home. Afterward, Mary Jim Yarbrough will be laid to rest in Magnolia Park Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests memorial donations be given in memory of Mary Jim Yarbrough to First Presbyterian Church of Warner Robins, 1139 Watson Blvd., Warner Robins, GA 31088.

For friends unable to attend at this time, the service will be streamed live at https://www.youtube.com/@McCulloughFuneralHome via the McCullough Funeral Home’s YouTube page.

Go to www.mcculloughfh.com to sign the Online Registry for the family. McCullough Funeral Home and Crematory has the privilege of being entrusted with these arrangements.