Phillip Wardlaw Bates Jr. Obituary
The world bids farewell to Phillip Wardlaw Bates Jr. of Charleston, South Carolina, departing on May 9, 2026 at the age of 79. Phillip leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Phillip Wardlaw Bates Jr. to show support.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Phillip leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Mary Ratliff Bates and Philip Bates; his wife Faye Bates; and his grandson Robert A. Tanner.
Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at mcalister-smith.com/.
