William Howard Bates Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on October 19, 2025 we had to say goodbye to William Howard Bates in Chesapeake, Virginia, born in Portsmouth, Virginia. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William Howard Bates to show support.
In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor William's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.
He was predeceased by: his father Donald Joseph Bates. He is survived by: his wife Beverly Batluck Bates; his mother Merimae Ferguson Bates; his sister Donna Bates Jethro; and his friend Rick Sommer.
In lieu of flowers, please support the mission of "Sheep Dog Coalition" a nonprofit that provides special support to the members of the special operations community in need. Donations may be made by going to the website, Sheepdogcoalition.org.
