Douglas E Bates Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Douglas E Bates of Cullman, Alabama, who passed away on March 19, 2024, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Feltus C. Bates and Lois Thompson Bates; and his brothers, Elwin Bates and Sherall Bates. He is survived by : his wife Audrey Bates; his children, Sherwin Bates (Joan), Jason Bates (Marie) and Neeya White (Heath); his brothers, Carlton Bates and Kevin Bates; his grandchildren, Amber Wix, Blake Coots, Aerial Stanford and Heather White; his great grandchildren, Brycen Stanford, Jaxon Fulmer, Maddie Shipley, Honey Marks, Bill Marks and Little Bill Marks; and his close friends, Badger and Sofie. He is also survived by nieces and nephews; friends and family.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, if desired, please donate to Trinity Church.