MR. BOBBY JOE YAWN, age 74, of Eastman, GA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Medical University of South Carolina Hospital. Memorial services will be held at 3:00PM Sunday, November 23, at First Christian Church, with Pastor Michael Widener officiating. Bobby was born in Eastman, GA on February 16, 1951, and was a member of First Christian Church. He was a graduate of Dodge County High School. He worked several jobs over the years before working an over 30-year career as an Equipment Operator for Dodge County Road Department – retiring in 2020. He was a dedicated companion and a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He enjoyed Georgia Bulldogs and Atlanta Falcons football, bowling, fishing, attending church and spending time with his family. He loved NASCAR racing and was a huge fan of Bill Elliott for many years and his other favorites were Kasey Kahne and Chase Elliott. He enjoyed watching “Mountain Men”, “The Andy Griffith Show” and Gunsmoke on TV. He was affectionately known as ‘Papa Bobby’ to his grandchildren. Mr. Yawn was the son of the late Margarine Sheffield Yawn and Doyle V. Yawn and was preceded in death by his Grandson, Joseph ‘Jim’ Willis and infant brother, Ralph Yawn. He is survived by his Companion of 22 years; Daughters; Sons; Step Son; Grandchildren; Great-Grandchildren; Sisters; Brothers; and Several Nieces and Nephews. The family may be contacted at the residence and will receive friends in First Christian Church from 2:00PM-3:00PM Sunday, November 23. In addition to flowers, the family requests contributions to First Christian Church, 5327 Odgen Street, Eastman, GA, 31023.