Fred Ross Yelverton, Sr., 82, of Laurel, MS, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel, MS. Born on July 27, 1942, in Jones County, Mississippi, Fred was a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

He was preceded in death by his father, Frank Yelverton, his mother, Zonia Smith Yelverton, one sister, and five brothers. Fred is survived by his sons, Fred Ross Yelverton, Jr. (Rose), Randy Yelverton (Benji), and Frankie Yelverton; his daughters, Tracey Crowe (Rusty) of Poplarville, MS, and Jessie Yelverton. He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren, Joseph Ross Yelverton (Melinda), Lindsey Roshto (Kevin), Chance Yelverton, Savannah Lewis (Brandon), Alex Phelps (David), Blaize Crowe (Karlee), Landis Yelverton (Kelsey), and Sierra Blount (Clayton), along with 20 great-grandchildren.

Arrangements are being handled by Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel. An online guestbook is available at www.colonialchapellaurel.com.