James Robert "Bob" Oates's obituary , Passed away on June 4, 2025 in Morristown, Tennessee

James Robert "Bob" Oates

September 25, 1939 - June 4, 2025 (85 years old)

Morristown, Tennessee

James Robert "Bob" Oates's obituary , Passed away on June 4, 2025 in Morristown, Tennessee

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Allen Funeral Home

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James Robert "Bob" Oates

September 25, 1939 - June 4, 2025 (85 years old)

Morristown, Tennessee

James Robert Oates Obituary

We are sad to announce that on June 4, 2025 we had to say goodbye to James Robert Oates of Morristown, Tennessee. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Robert Oates to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Oates and Margaret Oates; and his stepson John Giddings. He is survived by: his wife Betty Jane Oates; his children, Donna M. Seal, Shirley J. Ward (Joe), James R. Grant and Robert D. Oates; his close friends, Carolyn Witt and Liz Griffin; and his caregivers, Jazmine, Crystal and Kasie. He is also survived by ten grandchildren; five great grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Allen Funeral Home.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Allen Funeral Home



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