Bernice Bates Obituary
We are sad to announce that on November 17, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Bernice Bates of Cortland, Ohio. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Bernard Grate and Catharine Grate (Hulton); her husband Phil; her sister Betty Robison; her grandsons, Donald J. Jr. and Daniel A. Bates; and her friend Opal Suhar.
She is survived by: her children, Donald J., Lawrence L., Mary King (Rex) and Lisa Kolley; and her great grandchildren, Big and Little Brother Thomas Grate (Judy). She is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, December 2nd 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Wildare Church (7211 N Park Ave, Cortland, OH 44410). A celebration of life was held on Tuesday, December 2nd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Animal Pawtectors, PO Box 303, Cortland Ohio 44410 or go to http://www.animalpawtectors.org.
