Dianna Joyce Bates Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Dianna Joyce Bates of Monticello, Arkansas, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Dianna left this world on March 23, 2025 at the age of 75, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Audrey Altom and Florence McLester Altom; her brother-in-law Phillip Beall; her grandparents, Herman R., Susie Altom, Oran E. and Cora McLester; and also Tom Moore.
She is survived by: her caregiver Dale Bates of Monticello; and her siblings, Edwin R. Altom (Janet) of Owassa, OK, John W. Altom (Beverly) of Ozark, MO, Linda M. Beall of Conway, AR, Nancy L. Mikus (Peter) of Loudon, TN and Brenda S. Loper (Chuck) of Wichita, KS. She is also survived by 14 nieces and nephews whom she adored; numerous great nieces and nephews; and three beloved fur sons.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, March 26th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Medders Funeral Home of Monticello (1324 US-278, Monticello, AR 71655). A celebration of life was held on Thursday, March 27th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
