Julia Ann Franklin Bates Obituary
We are sad to announce that on August 28, 2024, at the age of 90, Julia Ann Franklin Bates of Waurika, Oklahoma passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Julia Ann Franklin Bates to pay them a last tribute.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Julia find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Raymond L. Franklin and Ruth Mae Franklin (Watkins); and her brothers, Charles Raymond and Lyle Lee. She is survived by: her sons, Mike Bates (Peggy) of Irving and Dale Bates (Jill) of Waurika, Oklahoma.; her grandchildren, Kristi Bates Hall, Ashley Zurel, Megan Hall, Sean Hall, Amber Hall and Conrad Fontaine; and her great grandchild Joc Edwards.
