Raymond Yeatman, Jr., age 79, "Buddy", a lifelong resident of Wilmington, DE passed away on January 1, 2023. Born in Wilmington, he was the son of the late Phyllis (Sampson) and Raymond Yeatman, Sr. He served his country proudly in the United States Navy. Raymond went on to work for 34 years as a sheet metal worker with the Local 19 until his retirement. He had a love of the Philadelphia Eagles and was an avid fan.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his daughter, Angela Marie Yeatman and his sister, Nancy J. Davis.

Raymond is survived by his son, Raymond J. Yeatman; his grandson, Mark Christopher; and his sisters, Phyllis R. Yeatman and Joyce Carter.

Funeral services will be held privately.