George Robert Bates
November 5, 2013
Surrounded by family at University Hospital on Tuesday, November 5th, 2013 in his 61st year. Loving spouse and best friend of Diane Bates. Cherished father of Aimee (Paul) Leveck, Sara-Lou Bates (Julien Capel), Eric (Victoria) Kimberley, Megan Kimberley (Matthew Nield) and “his boy Jack”. Proud grandfather of Julia Bates and Alicia, Ethan and Jacob Leveck. Survived by mother-in-law Marjory Evans, siblings Bev Nyman (Gord Martin), Kathy (Whitney) Chin, Marilyn Bates (Wayne Ross) and Wesley (Marian) Bates and siblings-in-law Tom (Jan) Evans and Donna (Gary) Proctor. Predeceased by parents Jim and Frances Bates, father-in-law Ralph Evans and brother-in-law Robert Nyman. Lovingly remembered by many extended family members, friends, neighbours and long time friend John Orchard (Jan Martin). Visitation will be held on Sunday from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-9:00 p.m. at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, where the celebration of life will be conducted on Monday, November 11th, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. Private family interment at Robin’s Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or Prostate Research (via the London Health Sciences Foundation).
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(Donated to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario )
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(Donated to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario )
(Donated to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario )
(Donated to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario )
(Donated to Prostate Research (via the London Health Sciences Foundation))
Our deepest sympathies to the whole family and close friends.He will be missed by all. Rob and Soupie
Diane and all your family, I was so shocked to hear of George's passing, you have my deepest condolences. George was one of the kindest, friendliest souls I know with a wit to match. I hope you will find comfort in all the special memories that you have shared over the years. My thoughts and prayers go out to you Eric, Megan, SaraLou and Aimee. Karen xo
Aimee, SaraLou and Family, We are very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. DJ, Pete & Matteo
To the Bates family. George will be deeply missed here at Ancra, both by my self, and our staff through out North America, and by our customer base in Canada. Everyone who knew him liked him, and we have had many, many customers calling us and asking us to express their sympathies to you. Take Care and may God Bless you. Brian Larocque
To Aimee, Sara Lou and family, Your dad was the funniest , coolest Dad around when we were growing up. He always made everyone feel comfortable whether it was breaking the ice by telling a funny joke or engaging in some type of conversation with People.... I hope that you all can find comfort in knowing that he will be watching down on you and smiling that he touched so many people in so many aspects if his life. My deepest condolences. Xo Trish, Pete and our boys.
Aimee, Sara -Lou and families, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of you Dad. Take care, Catherine Todd (Houston )
I am so sorry for your loss. George was always the calm one at hockey. It was a pleasure to have known him for the short time I did. My deepest sympathies go out to Dianne and Eric and your family. My prayers are with you.
To the Bates Family .. We are both shocked to hear about George's passing ..I will keep fond Memories of him close a great ball player and great team mate ..Our thoughts and prayers are with you all The Coach
To the Bates Family ..I am so sorry to hear of your loss .. George was a Great Guy and he will be missed by all ... Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you ...
We would like to express sincere condolences to the family of George Bates. It was a shock to hear that he passed away so suddenly. We appreciated working with him and will miss him and his caring attitude. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
To the Bates family. So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We were all very fortunate to have met such a great man, he will be sadly missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. George always brought a smile to the conversation and went out of his way to make everyone feel welcome. A true gentleman who was so caring. He will be missed.
Aimee, Sara-Lou and family, my deepest sympathy. Your Dad was a great man, I hope your cherished memories of him will ease your burden.
We are truly shocked and saddened of the news regarding George's passing. As you know we respected George very much and having worked with him in the past, he will be truly missed. Our deepest condolonces to all of you.
Dianne and family, I am deeply saddened and shocked to hear of George's passing. George was a great guy to work with and I had a lot of good hearty laughs with him. My deepest sympathy to you all. Sincerely, Fiona Grant Brothers
We are so sorry to hear of George's passing. We would like to express our sympathies to you and we have done business with George for man years and he will be missed.
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We were trully shocked to hear of George's passing. I recall when we worked at Trailmobile and he introduced this new friend, Diane, at our Christmas party. The start of something great. We will sorely miss Georges easy smile. Nash, Tyler, Tania and Jeff
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