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Milton Bates Obituary
Milton was the son of Milton C. Bates Sr. and Gail Heard Bates. He was an auto parts store manager and has previously worked for Murray's Auto Parts. He also served in the U.S. Navy and was a Mason in Lincoln Lodge #62.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his son, Jherrion C. Bates, of Danielsville; daughter, Ashá D. Mathis, of Athens; and sisters, Patricia Davis, of Houston, Texas, and Danielle Bates, of Athens.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, at Tabors Chapel C.M.E. Church, with interment in the church cemetery.
Gardenview Funeral Chapel, Athens, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Keisha Elliott
July 9, 2014
So sorry to hear about Milton's passing. My prayers are with the family. Your friends from UGA will always remember you.
May 17, 2014
My condolences to the Bates family. May God's love & strength give you comfort that you need for your loss. Lillie Sturgis
Wanda Hill
May 16, 2014
I'm missing you my friend, R.I.P
May 16, 2014
My condolence to the Bates Family. May the God of all comfort sustain you during this difficult time.
-Catherine
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