James Andrew Bates Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved James Andrew Bates of Sharon, Ontario, born in Irricana, Alberta, who passed away, on March 10, 2021. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Andrew Bates to show support.

He was predeceased by: his wife Helen Doreen Bates; his son Wayne Bates (Peggy); and his brother Ted. He is survived by: his children, Sharon Penty (David) and David Bates (Cindy); his grandchildren, Rebecca, Daniel, Michael Penty, Scott, Cameron, Matthew, Adam Bates, Lori, Michael Bates, Brad and Megan Balske; his great grandchildren, Caiden, Trinity, James and Madelyn; and his siblings, Catherine Bullen, Bill, Bob, Dorothy McKee and Betty Massey.

In Jim's memory, donations may be made to Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation or the Heart & Stroke Foundation.