Ruth Elizabeth Bates Obituary
We are sad to announce that on April 13, 2024, at the age of 81, Ruth Elizabeth Bates of Henderson, Arkansas passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Louis Montgomery and Hazel Montgomery; her husband David Bates; and her brothers, Edward Gene "Pete" Oliver, Bill Oliver and Manley Oliver.
She is survived by: her sister Mary Lou; her brother-in-law Leonard Beckwith of Hot Springs; her daughter Robin; her son-in-law Randy Hilton of Texarkana; her grandchildren, Drake Welch and Kayce Welch of Fayetteville; her sister-in-law Judy Parker of Alexander; and her caregiver Amelia Gleber. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
In 2020 when COVID shut down schools the need for online teachers grew.
Donations can be made to the Hope Cancer Center, 5835 W. Sunset Ave. Springdale, AR 72762.
