Toby Bates Obituary

In loving memory of Toby Bates (Canton, Georgia), born in Cleveland, Ohio, who departed this world on June 21, 2025 at the age of 67. Toby leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Toby Bates to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Bill Bates and Fran Bates. He is survived by: his wife Cheryl Bates; his children, Ashley Mooney (Jessica), Jessica Weber and Justin Mooney; his grandchildren, Abby Lee, Jake Lee, Aaron Lee, Willow Mooney, Asher Mooney, Silas Weber, Lulu Weber, Odin Mooney and Tyr Mooney; his brother Kim Bates (Karen Beedle); his nephews, Shannon Bates and Seth Bates (Myra); and his great-niece Kendra. He is also survived by cousins and friends.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Never Alone Food Pantry at http://www.neveralone.org.

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July 2, 2025

Doug McKenzie wrote a sympathy message

“I met Toby on Facebook originally. He was upright and always stood strong against the forces that are intent on undermining the poor and disenfranchised. I will remember his kind spirit and try to emulate the positive energy he pervade to others. Rest youself now, the struggle is completed🙏🙏🙏”