Thomas Charles Yarrell, Jr.
Born May 19, 1957 in Detroit, Michigan son of Thomas Yarrell and Bobbie Dean Seay, passed away Monday, December 8, 2024 at the age of 67.
Thomas leaves behind to cherish his memory, his three daughters, Olivia Yarrell, Angela Yarrell, and Shaylin Yarrell; granddaughter, Madison Yarrell; brother, Kevin Yarrell; sister, Carla Lewis; nieces and nephews, Joshua Evans, Esha Evans, Rachelle Yarrell, Desean Yarrell, and Lee McDuffie along with a host cousins, friends, and other extended family members.
Mr. Yarrell was preceded in death by his sister, Kaye McDuffie-Evans and his parents, Thomas Yarrell and Bobbie Dean Seay.
He was a graduate of Parker High School in Birmingham, Alabama and Michigan State University, where he was a member of the Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity. Thomas retired from the Lansing Public School District, where he served as a teacher for many years and was a longtime member of Friendship Baptist Church.
Funeral services will be held at 11:15 a.m. on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at Friendship Baptist Church, 2912 Pleasant Grove, Lansing, MI 48910. The family will receive guests at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 from 5-7 p.m. There will also be a family hour at Church on Wednesday beginning at 10:00 a.m.
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Darryl E. Campbell
December 12, 2024 at 11:04 pmThe Brothers of Delta Pi mourn with you in the passing of Brother Thomas Yarrell. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family. May God grant you Peace and Comfort during this difficult time.
On behalf of The Brothers of the Delta Pi of Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity, Inc
We are sadden by the passing of our dear Brother, Thomas Yarrell an April 17, 1976 initiate of the Delta Pi of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated. A member of 7 TO THE MAX; he left a legacy on the Chapter as the Originator of the LUV Family.
We appreciate the 48 plus years of service and fellowship to our Noble Clan. We pray for Peace and Comfort knowing our Brother has transitioned to the Golden Shore.
Darryl E. Campbell
Delta Pi Foundation
Benevolent Fund President
Gilbert Morgan
December 13, 2024 at 1:50 pmOlivia, Angel, Shaylin, Carla, Kevin and family,
The prayers of everyone that has been touched by this our father, brother, neighbor and friends are with each of you.
As I reflect on the life of Thomas, I am grateful that I know, he allowed me to be part of his small close inner circle of people that he maintained contact until his death.
Thomas and I spoke over the phone regularly over the last 51 years. He called me and I called him.
This man could make me laugh! He had a way of talking about me like a dog, and me laughing so hard at what he had said me. I too many times would have a come back.
As funny as he could be, there was a serious side as well. We spent hours talking about God, the bible, Jesus, and the church. He loved the Lord and he loved the church.
He loved his beautiful daughters. He loved his his sister and brother. He love his family. He loved Jeff. (Thank you Jeff Champion) and your mom.
I am grateful for the cups of joy and health he and I shared. We loved, we toiled and strove.
Together we loved and honored and praised our Fraternity.
Thomas loved the ways of Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity, Inc.,
He was my dean, brother, my friend. How grateful I am.
Mary Davenport
December 16, 2024 at 11:11 amMy condolences to the family and prayers. Tommy was a special man and a special friend to me. Tommy lioved to talk and I listen to him daily. We laughed and Tommy cracked the jokes. I can’t imagine a word without my bestie being in. Tommy and I agrue, only to make up because we had a love/hate the relationship. We loved each other so much we hated when we weren’t communicating to each other. Oe word describes our relationship and the word is adore. I adored Tommy and he adored me and if heaven has a phone Tommy would call me.
Brenda Beatty
December 17, 2024 at 6:50 pmTO THE FAMILY: So sorry to hear of Tommy’s passing. May the Heavenly Father Who knows how to comfort bring His comfort to your hurting hearts and bring healing to your brokenness. May He give you peace that goes beyond your own understanding and give you strength in your time of weakness. My heartfelt condolences to you. He heals the brokenhearted, And binds up their wounds. -Psalm 147:3 RIH! Thomas Charles Yarrell Jr.
David Branch
December 18, 2024 at 5:15 pm“I’m deeply saddened to hear about the passing of my sands. Thomas Yarrell. Our friendship dates back to the 5th grade when we attended the same elementary school in Detroit. We shared many memories, including our daily bus rides to the YMCA for an after-school program. Years later, our paths crossed again when we pledged the same fraternity, creating a lifetime of unforgettable experiences and stories. Thomas, you will be deeply missed.”
Rev. Sally (Roper) Murchison
December 20, 2024 at 12:03 pmMy deepest condolences. No one like Thomas Yarrell. Heart saddened! May the sweet comfort of The Lord hold you close and sustain you all. Loved me some Thomas and looking forward to seeing him again in heaven. Will continue to pray much! Rich blessings and sweet comfort to all of you! Rev./Friend Sally (Roper) Murchison