Preacher Said He Tried to Save Yates Family By ABC News, via GMA March 26, 2002, 6:57 PM ...

They said Yates was a hero in more than one way by protecting his family, and the entire Clark County community. “He is what you call the real community police officer,” Otis said.

From left, the Yates family of Kelly, Trey, Jan, Dick and J.D. pose for a portrait at their property in Pueblo, Colorado, on Aug. 10, 2011. (Photo by Bryan Oller/Special to The Denver Post) ...