Jody Lynn Bates Obituary

The memory of Jody Lynn Bates of Howell, Michigan, who passed away on April 2, 2026 at the age of 47, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She is survived by: her parents, James Lee Bates III and Kathy Lynn Jerore; her siblings, James Bates IV, Chelsea Connolly (Justin) and Bridget Bodnar (Chris Farah); her nieces and nephews, James Bates V, Roman Connolly, Cecilia Farah, Miriam Farah and Joan Farah; and her friends, Taryn Mattila (Michael) and Jennifer Carter (Jason).

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to: Rogel Cancer Center, https://www.michiganmedicine.org..