Howard Antonio Bates Obituary
We are sad to announce that on June 30, 2025, at the age of 73, Howard Antonio Bates (Alton, Illinois), born in Saint Louis, Missouri passed away. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Howard Antonio Bates to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Willie Mary Bates and Howard Bates, Sr.; and his brothers, Terrance Bates and Sterling Bates. He is survived by: his spouse Delvinia Renee Bates; his children, Howard (Toya), Alvaughn (LaNita), Angela, Alicia (Chris), Areathye and Tyward; his godson Wesley Whitney (Kyra); his siblings, Rochelle, Belinda, Gary and Arthur II; and his grandchildren, Aaliyah, Aamoni, Alivyah, Autumn, Demere, Aamari, DJ, D'Ani and D'Nia. He is also survived by nieces and nephews, cousins.
Visitation was held on Monday, July 14th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Harrison Funeral Chapel (1924 Central Ave, Alton, IL 62002).
