Scott James Bates Obituary

We are sad to announce that on November 24, 2024, at the age of 60, Scott James Bates of Estelline, South Dakota passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He is survived by: his parents, Morris Bates and Patricia Bates (Rydjord); his wife Pam of Estelline, SD; his children, Joshua Bates (Amber) of North Liberty, IA, Aaron Bates (Tricia) of Hartford, SD, Elizabeth Reuer (Rocky) of Kalispell, MT and Ellen Fischbach (Andrew) of Warner, SD; his grandchildren, Cecil, Annika, Ethan, Coraline, Lachlan, Elinor, Viola, Otto, Marian and Amelia; and his siblings, Charlene Aparicio (Javier), Cathy Westby (Patrick) and Greg Bates (Julie).

Although floral arrangements are appreciated, donations are preferred to the Lake Region Golf Club in Arlington, SD.