Raymond J Bates Obituary
In loving memory of Raymond J Bates of Madison, Wisconsin, born in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, who departed this world on July 20, 2024 at the age of 96. Raymond leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Raymond J Bates to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Raymond had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Raymond may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Bruce Bates and Kathleen Bates; his wife Audrey Bates; his son Don Bates; and his siblings, Bruce Bates, Kathleen Collett, Jerry Bates and Marie McCarthy.
He is survived by: his sons, Jim Bates (Mary) and Tom Bates; and his granddaughter Leah Bates. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
