Obituary of Russell Earl Bates
Russell Earl Bates was born July 18,1936 in Topika Kansas. He went to go be with his lord after a long struggle with cancer on November 30,2021 at his home in Chico California.
Russ is survived by his loving wife of 58 years Sherry Bates, his Daughter Dana Hornyak and his 3 grandsons Rusty Griggs, Tyler Collier, Torey Collier and his granddaughter Reiley Collier all who have be a very active and a big part of his life. Also survived by 5 sisters Nancy Mattos, Shirley Gibson,Virginia Longeria,Jackie Lenero and Debbie Bindell.
Russ was very active in the Chico Church of Christ. He served as a Deacon at one time and was an active song leader.
Russ retired from PG&E in 1992 where he worked as a Gas and Electric superintendent.
Russ was well known in the community for being a good athlete and was very active in sports. He played baseball on the PG&E team and also played in the minor leagues for the Giants.
Russ also was very active in Raquetball he taught lessons and he played in the senior olympics for many years.
Russ was an excellent family man he lead his family as an example in the lord. He was an amazing husband, father and Grandpy.
Russ was always the life in the room. He could make anyone laugh. He alweays had something funny to say and he never saw a stranger.
We will all miss him very much and always carry his memory in our hearts.
Funeral services will be held at the Chico Church of Christ 995 East Lassen Ave On December 11,2021 at 2:00pm
"So with you now is your time of grief but I will see you again and you will rejoice and no one will take that away"
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April 13, 2022
Torey Collier
Miss you Gramps love you forever and always <3. Go Raiders!
December 7, 2021
Friend
Dwight Frey
Great person. He sold us two hot tubs. When we were moving into our new new house lo and behold who was gardening out front but Russ and Sherry next door. We talked(argued) politics and much much more.Although he was a Giants fan and I was A Dodger fan we never allowed that to come between our friendship. He loved his family and cherished Sherry like the queen she was, and would do anything for his daughter Dana and his grandkids. The Wildcats basketball was another of his joys. Peace to you and your family my man.
December 7, 2021
Friend
Candace Renger
I have such fond memories of sharing my childhood with your family, and practically living at your house as much as possible. Thanks for all the wonderful good times. Rest in peace, Russ Bates. Thank you for being so kind to me.
December 7, 2021
Work
Manuel Salcido
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Russ at PG&E in Richmond in the 60's. I remember when he was hired. He was a good man.
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