Barbara Bates Wilson Obituary
The family announces the passing of Barbara Bates Wilson of Chesapeake, Virginia on June 30, 2026. Barbara, born on January 11, 1939, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Barbara Bates Wilson or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Lee George and Syble George; her brother Fred W. Bates, Jr.; her son Jeffrey Wilson; and her granddaughter Kayla Wilson.
She is survived by: her husband John Wilson; her children, John Wilson, Jr. (Lisa) and Karen Wilson; her siblings, William Bates (Zig) and Deborah Gaskins (Robert); her sister-in-law Marie Bates; and her grandchildren, John Ryan Wilson, Taylor Wilson and Campbell Wilson. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

July 11, 2026
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