Rickey Henry Bates Obituary

We bid farewell to Rickey Henry Bates of Chatham, Louisiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 18, 2025 at the age of 73. Rickey Henry touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rickey Henry Bates to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Henry Bates and Gladys Garrett Bates; and his brother Joe David Bates. He is survived by: his grandchildren, Mackenzie Stroud of Atlanta, LA, Tyler Stroud (Jessica) of Winnfield, LA, Caden Sellers, Kaylee of Dodson, LA, Brianna Sonnier (Grant) of Erath, LA, Gabrielle Hasley, Marshall Adams of Pineville, LA, Corey Daniel and Samantha of Winnfield, LA.; and his great grandchildren, Stetson Stroud of Winnfield, LA, Drayven, Kambree Stroud of Erath, LA, Karter and Kendal of Pineville, LA..