James Dale Bates Obituary
We bid farewell to James Dale Bates (Homer, Louisiana), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 15, 2024 at the age of 94. James Dale touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Wade Bates and Gladys Dickens Bates; his aunt Lucy; his uncle Brooksie Dickens; and his cousin Charlie Dickens.
He is survived by: his wife Patricia Teel Bates of Homer; his children, Catherine Owen (Jim) of Spotsylvania, VA and Scott Bates (Paula) of Benton, LA; his grandchildren, Christopher Bates (Sarah Ellen), Matthew D'Reaux, Ansley D'Reaux and Clark D'Reaux; his brother Dr. Joe B. Bates (Paula) of Tyler, TX; his brother-in-law A. Alex Teel (Susan) of Hoschton, GA; and his cousin Elbie Jean Dickens of Homer. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
For those wishing to make a gift in his memory, the family suggests donations to the charity of individual choice.
