Martha Bates Obituary
The passing of Martha Bates (Whitesburg, Kentucky), born in Jenkins, Kentucky leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on February 10, 2026 at the age of 78. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Martha Bates to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Fleming and Goldie Hall Fleming; her spouse Finely "Drum" Bates; and her siblings, Elijah Fleming, Oscar Fleming, Barbra Lee and Marie Fleming.
She is survived by: her sons, Charles Bates (Kathy) of Blountville and Thomas Bates of Millstone, Kentucky.; and her children-in-law, Woody Brown, Terry Collins and Tracy Bates.
