Bobby G. Bates Sr. Obituary
In loving memory of Bobby G. Bates Sr. (Fort Valley, Georgia), who departed this world on November 15, 2025 at the age of 80. Bobby leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Bobby find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Osceola Gilvie Bates, Jr. and Mary Elizabeth Dempsey Bates. He is survived by: his sons, Gil Bates of Perry, GA and Chad Bates of Grovetown, GA; his grandchildren, Sean Bates, Isobel Bates and Luke Bates; and his sister Pat Crosby (Jerry) of Jacksonville, FL. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
Visitation was held on Saturday, November 22nd 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Christ's Sanctified Holy Church (2500 US Hwy 41, Fort Valley, GA 31030). A funeral service was held on Saturday, November 22nd 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Saturday, November 22nd 2025 at 3:00 PM at the Campground Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christ's Sanctified Holy Church, "Campground Partners Fund," P. O. Box 1465, Perry, GA 31069.
