Troy Yokley killed in car accident
Thursday, September 2, 2004
Troy Yokley was killed in a single car accident Wednesday night after leaving the horse show. Yokley who is from Shelbyville, Tennessee, was killed in a single car accident on the Lewisburg Highway where you turn to go to Joe Martin Stables.
Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 - 8:00 P.M. at Carr and Erwin Funeral Home in Pulaski, Tennessee. There will also be visitation on Friday from 10:00 A.M. till the funeral at 4:00 P. M. at the funeral home.
Yokley was a successful trainer of colts. His father Bobby and brother Tony, both from Ethridge, Tennessee, have also enjoyed considerable success training colts. Troy is survived by five children including twin daughters.
The Report joins with the family's many friends in extending our heartfelt sympathies.
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