Virginia Bates Obituary

Virginia Bates, born on February 23, 1948, passed away on August 18, 2026. Virginia leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Jontie Garretson and Louise Garretson (Belt); and her siblings-in-law, Fred Meek, Vic Snyder, Jim NeSmith, Chuck Phillabaum, Robert "Bob" Dixon, James "Jim" Glazer, Marsha Higgins and Kay Garretson.

She is survived by: her daughter Tina Parks (Bates); Kathryn Phillabaum, Margaret "Maggie" Crosswhite (John), Anita Glazer, Albert Garretson and Jontie "Junior" Garretson. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held on Friday, August 21st 2026 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Addy Funeral Home (406 W State St, Newcomerstown, OH 43832). A funeral service was held on Friday, August 21st 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location.