James A. Bates Sr. Obituary

The world bids farewell to James A. Bates Sr. (Lithonia, Georgia), departing on April 26, 2025 at the age of 76. James leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James A. Bates Sr. to show support.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact James had on those he encountered along his journey. Though James may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Tri-Cities Funeral Home Inc

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Thu

May 15

Visitation

Tri-Cities Funeral Home
6861 Main St, Lithonia, GA 30058

Fri

May 16

Funeral service

Greenforest Baptist Church
3250 Rainbow Dr, Decatur, GA 30034

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May 16

Memorial service

Kennedy Memorial Gardens
2500 River Rd, Ellenwood, GA 30294

Fri

May 16

Repast

Kerwin B. Lee Family Life Center
2179 Young Rd, Stone Mountain, GA 30088

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