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Alan Clifford Bates

Alan Bates Obituary

Alan Clifford Bates Alan was born 4/19/1955 in Tacoma, WA and passed away 3/27/2011 in Lacey, WA surrounded by family and friends. He is survived by sons Michael and Christopher, his father Don and Laurel Bates, siblings Diana, Roxanne, Wayne and William and their families, seven grandchildren, and his fiancée Hong Smith, as well as numerous extended family members and friends. Memorial service will be held Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at Mountain View Memorial Park, 4100 Steilacoom Blvd. SW, Lakewood, WA 98499. Please see the full obituary at www.edwardsmemorial.com.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) from Apr. 15 to Apr. 16, 2011.

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Tina Richey

April 16, 2011

My heart goes out to the Family
Alan was so loved and will be really missed. No one's death comes to pass without making some impression, and those close to Alan inherit part of the liberated soul and become richer in humaness. He is with our LORD JESUS CHRIST now, "Where there is no more pain, and no more tears" (Rev. 21-4) Thank-you GOD for the time we each had with Alan.
Tina Richey

lisa reddick

April 15, 2011

My Sympathy goes to all Alans family. I am sure he will be missed by many. His suffering is now over. rest in peace alan.

Lisa Reddick

Danielle Trathen-Bridges

April 15, 2011

Uncle Wayne and Aunt Nikki and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Alan. He was always the sweetest and funniest guy!! Miss you and love you all. My heart is with you always!
With Love Dani

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