Ernest Leon Yeakey

Later, he went on to receive an undergraduate degree from Southeast Missouri State University and a PhD in organic chemistry from the University of Iowa. His career as a research chemist began at Jefferson Chemical Company, later to be known as Texaco Chemical Company.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years Janet Yeakey, and his children, David Yeakey and Dana Conn. He was particularly proud of his four grandchildren: Spencer, Samantha, Tara, and Grant. He enjoyed sharing their personal and professional lives and activities.

There will be no planned services at Ernest’s request. Memorial contributions can be made to the Dr. Ernest Yeakey Endowed Scholarship at Southeast Missouri State University (One University Plaza Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701).