Raymond Dale Bates Obituary
The family of Raymond Dale Bates of Ludington, Michigan announces his passing on August 11, 2026. Raymond, born on January 26, 1954, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Raymond Dale Bates to show support.
He was predeceased by: his father Ray Junior Bates; and his nephew Greg Bates. He is survived by: his mother Wauneta Bates (McDonald); his siblings, Joe Bates (Alma), Jerry Bates and Linda Moore; his nieces and nephews, Susan Regina (Mike), Sara Burrell (David), Stacy Mayse (Billy), Tonya Kwiatt (Cody), Bryan Bates, Jerry Bates Jr., James Bates and Diamond Bates; and his caregivers, Terry and Wendy Johnson. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins.
