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1947
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2017
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Diann Bates Obituary
She is preceded in death by her parents, her sister Alice Cochran, and her brother Carroll "Booger" Brown.
Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 37 years, Cecil "Sam" Bates; her daughter Alisha Bates, son Anthony "Tony" Bates, four grandchildren, a host of family and anyone fortunate enough to call her friend.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 12, 2017 and a celebration of life service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 13, 2017, both at Griffin Leggett Conway, 1751 Dave Ward Drive, Conway, AR 72034. Burial will follow immediately at Pinecrest Memorial Park, Alexander, AR.
To express condolences and sign the online guestbook, visit www.griffinleggettconway.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Charlie Bone
December 13, 2017
Prayers for the family
Stephen Merritt
December 12, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of Diann's passing. She and I had worked together for many years. I'm thankful to have known her and called her my friend. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Barksdale
December 12, 2017
She was the sweetest lady I know. She will be greatly missed. Prayers and hugs
Pamela White
December 11, 2017
Mr. Cecil, Alasha and family my thoughts and prayers are for you all. My heart is sadden about Ms. Dianne. She was a beautiful lady with a sweet spirit. May the joy of the Lord continue to be your strength. Love you all.
December 11, 2017
May God give each of you comfort and peace at this time and days ahead.Diann was a beautiful person inside and out.We went to school together,She will be missed Linda and Steve Jones Warren Arkansas
Rita Hard
December 11, 2017
Cecil, my heart hurts for you, the kids and grandkids. She loved you all so much. She was my friend for many years and I will miss our long talks. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
December 11, 2017
he was beautiful inside and out.She will be missed by all that knew her
John & Deanna Hardin
December 11, 2017
You are in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry to hear about Mrs. Diann. We always enjoyed you both coming to visit. John & Deanna Hardin
Debbie Short
December 11, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about Diann. I am sure she will be missed tremendously.
Ann (Trammell) Hill
December 10, 2017
Most sincere condolences to the family. Dian was a friend from childhood through high school. R.I.P, Dian.
Hayden Baldwin
December 10, 2017
Our deepest condolences to the Bates Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God has called her home.
Martha -Travis Moore
December 10, 2017
Sammy, we are so very sad for you and the family AND Diann, you know we loved you both very much and we are sad you lost your beloved you know we are thinking of you and have you in our prayers. Please call us any time.
We love you much. Travis & Martha
Charles Landers
December 10, 2017
So sorry to hear of Diann's passing. She was a classmate of mine at Warren. My prayers go out to you all.
Shelley Wickliffe
December 10, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss . She was always a cheerful person. I still remember how we sat together at basketball games and watched our girls play. May Jesus be with you at this time of sorrow.
Carolyn Baxrter
December 9, 2017
Cecil and family I am so very sorry, just know that she loved all of yall with all of her heart
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