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for JOHN BATE
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Paula Hamill
October 27, 2014
On behalf of the Hamill family, Ted, Paula, and Kristin,our deepest condolences to the Bate family.To Michael, Lisa and Steven , distance has kept us apart however you have been in your thoughts and prayers. Uncle John was a true scholar and a gentleman, a shining example to the entire family.As we are all so very proud of him, Grampa Bate would also be so proud of his son. Like father like son two great men, Thomas and John Bate.
With love Cousin Paula
Morgan White
October 24, 2014
We rise again in the faces of our children . I will always remember the last christmas we had with Uncle John and Aunt Shirley at my Mom's and Aunt Joyce's apartment. It reminded me of all the wonderful christmases we had as kids, this was most brought to mind by how uncle John reminded me of his Dad and my Grandpa to me the resemblance was incredible , thus we rise again. I always looked up to my uncle for his devotion to his family his interest in my life and my family . I will miss our golf games which we both loved , but mostly I will miss my Uncle John.
From everyone in our family to all in the Bate family our kindest thoughts and Prayers.
Love Morgan, Bridget, Mitchell, Stanley, Joseph and Charles
Robert Varty
October 23, 2014
I extend my sympathy to Michael, Lisa and Stephen.
Margo Macdonald
October 23, 2014
Mike, Lisa and Stephen. So sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man and is remembered fondly by all the Knollside Gang. Sorry we couldnt make the viewing or service but we are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Freda and Margo Macdonald and Ruth and Ron Taylor.
October 21, 2014
My sincere condolences to Dr. Bates' family members. John was my doctor for several years and delivered my daughter Elizabeth over 33 years ago. I will always remember his thoughtful manner, his warmth and kindness to me as a patient. He had the ability to treat his patients as though they were his only patient, his caring, empathy and compassion shone through in a fatherly friendly way. God bless you Dr. Bate, I will never forget you. When I think of a great doctor, I will always think of you.
Deborah Boynton Jackson Robillard
Fred Di Sera
October 20, 2014
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Bate family, John was a great man and a true friend to all of us. We will all miss him.
Rest in peace John.
The Di Sera Family
Terri Burns
October 19, 2014
To the Family:
So heartbroken to read of your Dad's passing. If he was even half the family man he was as doctor, you are a lucky lot to have had him in your lives.
From 1979 through 1988 he delivered all four of my children but beyond that I remember his caring, thoughtful manner. When billing for each appointment was the "norm", he told his front office staff to waive the charges for me on my third child. He just seemed to know...I have never forgotten that kind gesture. He will always remain a great soul in my heart and memory.
October 19, 2014
My prayers are with you at this time, he was my only brother and I got the best.
Love Nora
October 19, 2014
Our prayers are with you at this time. So many memories of Rowntree Ave, the cottage and being a part of your wedding to Shirley.
I will never forget my favorite uncle.
Love Brenda and Norman
Debbie and Keith Meadows
October 19, 2014
Uncle John was a wonderful, gentle and caring man who will be missed by all. Our condolences,thoughts and prayers are with the Bate family at this sad time.
Arlene Webster
October 19, 2014
Dr. Bate was a true gentlemen and an outstanding physician. I had the pleasure of working with him in my previous role at Mackenzie Health as Director of Medical Affairs. I always looked forward to his visits to my office not to talk about work but rather his family whom he was very proud of. He especially lit up when he talked about his grandchildren. I will miss his warm hugs and comforting words of encouragement. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Mag Nashid
October 18, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to Mike and Lesley on the passing of your father. We had the pleaseure of knowing John at forest Grove United Church and enjoyed his company. Mag and Liz.
October 18, 2014
My condolences to family love Brian white Cambridge On
Deborah Cox
October 18, 2014
Dr. Bate was a true gentleman and a wonderful doctor. As an employee of Mackenzie Health (York Central) Hospital I knew your Dad as both a member of the hospital family and as a very caring physician. He helped me through 4 pregnancies and enabled me to have two wonderful healthy children. He always made time when he saw me in the hallways of the hospital to give me a friendly hug and ask about my family and how the children were doing. I remember one day he called me at my desk and asked if I had time to come up to L and D he had something he wanted to show me. He had some beautiful books that were gifted to him with pictures of his family. He was so proud of all of you and had a story to share about each picture.
I will always remember my last chat and hug this spring at the staff BBQ. Dr Bate will always hold a special place in my heart and memory.
My thoughts are with all of you.
October 18, 2014
Dr. Bate was my doctor when I was pregnant with my daughter in 1992-1993. He was a wonderful, gentle and wise man. I used to see him at his office on Dunlop. Lovely old house. My husband and I drove by there last week and I commented on whether Dr. Bate was still with us.... RIP Dr. Bate. Thank you for taking care of daughter and I.
Gale Harild
October 18, 2014
Thoughts are with you all. Your father delivered all three of my girls and cared for me for many years. He was a special person
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