Robert Oates's obituary , Passed away on December 9, 2025 in Tampa, Florida
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Robert Oates

July 3, 1944 - December 9, 2025 (81 years old)

Tampa, Florida

Robert Oates's obituary , Passed away on December 9, 2025 in Tampa, Florida
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Robert Oates

July 3, 1944 - December 9, 2025 (81 years old)

Tampa, Florida

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The world bids farewell to Robert Oates (Tampa, Florida), departing on December 9, 2025 at the age of 81. Robert leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Robert Oates to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Jesse Oats and Annie Will Fulton; his siblings, Jesse Oats, Sr., Willie James Oates and Rose Mary Nelson; Carlton Oats, Jr..

He is survived by: his wife Barbara Oates; his daughters, Nina L. Bellamy (Colavito), Rhonda C. Coleman, Dr. Robin K. Woodberry (Powell) and Nicole C. Jones (Darron); his grandchildren, Colavito Bellamy II, Ashley Bellamy, Kristen Martin (Brian), Anastasia Slaughter (Devon), Jarod Jones, Joshua Coleman, Xavia Jones and Miles Jones; his great grandchildren, Noah Slaughter, Eden Martin and Shiloh Slaughter; his brother Carlton Oats (Linda) of Mesa, Arizona; and his nieces and nephews, Donna Hills (Thomas), Kamilah Nelson, Raven Henton, Jesse Oats, Jr. (Judy) and Quame Nelson.

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December 11, 2025

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“We pray that God’s healing presence fills your home, that His love surrounds you, and that His promises bring hope to your hearts. Though we mourn the loss of Mr. Oates, we rejoice in knowing that he is now resting safely in the arms of the Lord, where there is no more pain, no more suffering, and only eternal peace. With love, prayers, and deep sympathy, The Myers Family”

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Aikens Funeral Home
2708 E Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Tampa, FL 33610

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Dec 13

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Brown's Memorial Church of God in Christ
2313 E 27th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

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