With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Shirley Jean Bates (Jefferson, Maryland), born in Leesburg, Virginia, who passed away on December 30, 2019 at the age of 82. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Shirley Jean Bates to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Marshall C. Barnhouse and Lucille V. Barnhouse (Willey); and her brother Austin Barnhouse. She is survived by : her children, Virginia Kay Dixon of Leesburg and Michael Allen Bates of Brunswick; her grandchildren, David Dixon, Shannon Dixon and Nicholle Bates; her great grandchildren, Corey Darlington and Trevor Dixon; and her friend Linda Chipley. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Furnace Mountain Presbyterian Church, 12946 James Monroe Hwy, Leesburg, VA 20176.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Stauffer Funeral Homes, P.A.