Barbara Bates Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Barbara Bates of Salem, Ohio, born in Ellsworth, Ohio, who passed away at the age of 85, on December 12, 2020. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Barbara Bates to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Albert Barnes and Lena Barnes (Kegg); and her brothers, Jim, Jake, Hootie and Lee.

She is survived by: her husband Glenn Atlee Bates; her children, Darlene Votaw (Alan), Scott Bates (Linda), Brady Bates (Patti), Terri Lenigar (Ted), David Bates (Karen), Lonna Bates and Trisha Linhart (Michael); her grandchildren, Jennifer, Bryan, Craig, Karie, Eric, Tyler, Clayton, Jessica, Zachary, Carl, Olyvia, Jarod, Amanda and Kyle; her great grandchildren, Ella, Dawson, Reid, Elijah, Evander, Mason, Benjamin, Kali, Travis, Trevor, Grant, Brynn, Kendyl, Walker and Brody; and her pet Muffin.

Because of Barbara's care and concern for all people, and out of respect for family and friends, masks and social distancing will be required by those attending.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations in Barbara's honor be sent to West Branch Athletic Department c/o Mike Helm 14277 South Main St. Beloit, OH 44609.