John Paul Bates Obituary
The passing of John Paul Bates of Grant, Michigan occurred on November 9, 2026. John Paul, born on June 12, 1945, shared life with family, friends, and community. 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 John Paul Bates to show support.
He was predeceased by: his son Paul William Bates; and his parents, Harold Henry Bates and Lena Tena Bates (Jensen). He is survived by: his wife Linda Bates; his children, John LeRoy Bates (Melissa), Shelly Berwald (Lance), Phillip Bates (Rebecca), Chrissie Johnson (Glenn), Holly Poling (Jason) and Matthew Bates (Rose); his sisters, Edna Rosenberg (David) and Sally Peterson; and his friend Bob Hake. He is also survived by 24 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; extended family.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 13th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Rice Lake Baptist Church (10793 S Spruce Ave, Grant, MI 49327). A funeral service will be held on Friday, November 13th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
