Helen BATES Obituary

CHARLES CITY - Helen Mackey Bates, of Charles City, departed this life Nov. 4, 2010. She is survived by four sons, one sister, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at J. Leroy Charity Funeral Home. Services will be held at Union Baptist Church, Charles City, at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 8, 2010. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

Published by Daily Press from Nov. 6 to Nov. 7, 2010.
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Samuel and Bernard, to you and your brothers - and all Mrs. Bates' family, our Palliative Care team here at St. Mary's sends our sincerest condolences to you. With kindest regards, Melissa

Melissa Ferrell

November 10, 2010

Samuel "Boo" Bates and Family, please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.

Your loved one will be missed down here but know that her memories will forever be with you and your family.

Esther & Stephanie White

November 9, 2010

There will be an empty chair at the holiday table this year, but it will be filled with loving memories.

Cynthia Graham-Aaron

November 8, 2010

Charles,Randolph and family sorry to hear about your mom's passing.you all are in my prayers.may god bless each of you in a special way.

William Allen

November 7, 2010

To The Bates Family, I am sorry to hear about your mother. She was a sweet lady, and you have something to be proud of. when things get you down Throw your burden upon Jehovah himself and he himself will sustain you. Never will he allow the righteous one to totter.

norma williams

November 7, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Regina Williams

November 6, 2010

To Edna and Randolph Bates
My heart goes out to you two for the loss of your Mom and Mom in law. She's resting now with the Lord. I am here for you guys if you need me. The Teshara's love you.
Tina, Joe and Nykeeta

Tina Teshara

November 6, 2010

Bates Boys, sorry for the loss of your mother and my aunt. She was a sweet lady and we will all miss her sweetness.These are the times that try men's souls.We are here for you,and we love you.
Tony, Cokey and Toia.

Corliss Bates Brown

November 6, 2010

May she rest in peace. Joining so many friends and family members waiting for her arrival.

Pamela Tapp

November 6, 2010

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