Edward John Bates Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Edward John Bates of Sparta, Michigan, who passed away at the age of 92, on March 4, 2024. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Edward John Bates to show support.
He was predeceased by : his son Michael Sr.. He is survived by : his wife Joan; his children, Steven (Donna) and Lynne (Brian); his daughter-in-law Mary; his grandchildren, Jennifer, Shanda, Christina, Mitchell, Dan, Doug, Clayton, Brody, Marybeth and Michael Jr.; and his sister Jeannette. He is also survived by several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial contributions be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital.
