David Orthwein Bates Obituary
The memory of David Orthwein Bates (University City, Missouri), who passed away on May 17, 2025 at the age of 71, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of David Orthwein Bates to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Bates and Dorothy Bates; and his brother Charles Bates (Trip). He is survived by: his sons, David Bates (Jessica) and Matthew Bates (Meredith); his grandchildren, Liam, Dotsy, Connor and Barrett Bates; his former wife Lori Bates; and his sisters, Dodie Engler, Muffy Pope, Ellen Scott (Mac), Janet Rallo, Kay Ruwitch (Mike) and Nancy Rianhard (Jon). He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the APA Brentwood (1705 Hanley Road, St. Louis, MO 63144).
