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Apr 2, 1942 - Dec 29, 2025
My condolences and prayers go out to my friend Jason and the rest of the Waters Family.
Jeremy Rodgers
January 04, 2026 | Huntsville, AL | Friend
To Beverly, Everly, Wayne and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Although I never met your aunt in person, I feel like I’ve known her for quite some time. Beverly and Everly, I remember how fondly you use to speak of your Aunt Yvonne back when we were in school together, and I knew them how much she meant to you both. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, as you face this most significant and difficult loss.
Denise Rodgers Bynum
January 03, 2026 | Chesapeake, VA | Friend
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Cassandra Mosley
January 02, 2026 | Portsmouth, VA | Friend
Jason and Family, Losing a mother is one of life’s deepest sorrows. My heart goes out to you and your family. Wishing you peace and strength in the days ahead. Please let me know if I can do anything to support you.
Serena Quarles
January 02, 2026 | Richmond, VA | Coworker
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.God Be With You
Viola Stagg Giles
January 02, 2026 | Suffolk, VA | Friend
To My Dear Friend Jason and Family,
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your mother. In moments like these, when strength feels exhausted, hearts are overwhelmed with grief, and sorrow is difficult to endure, may you find comfort in knowing that God’s strength is made perfect in your weakness. Lean on Him and trust that He will carry you and care for you through this season. May you find solace in knowing that I am praying for you and your family. May God forever keep you and wrap His...
Minister Shaneta Pretlow
January 01, 2026 | Charlotte, NC
In loving memory of a wonderful person, Emily Yvonne Bates Waters. We will love you and miss you always. God bless you, Henry Lee Waters, Jason Muddy Waters, Abriana Johnson-Waters & Family! You're all in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time!
Robert E. & Orris A. Waters
Robert & Orris Waters
January 01, 2026 | Suffolk, VA | Family
Remembered By
Jason Muddy Waters
January 01, 2026 | Suffolk, VA | Son
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved Emily Yvonne Bates Waters, aged 83, of Waters Avenue, Suffolk, Virginia, who transitioned from this life on Monday, December 29, 2025 at her residence, surrounded by the love of her family. Born to the late Willie Mae Bates, Emily “Bonnie” embrace life with an unwavering spirit and a deep commitment to her family. She was preceded in death by her brother, Herbert Bates Sr., her sister, Martha J. Bates and her niece, Nancy J. Hunter.
Emily was a devoted mother whose love knew no bounds. She cherished her husband, son, granddaughter and extended family, which included her nieces and nephews, her great-nieces and nephews, her great-great nieces and her great-great-great nieces and nephew…FIVE generations of love. Her legacy of loving, kindness and giving it to you straight will be carried on by those who had the privilege to know her.
She leaves behind to treasure her memories, her husband of 62 years, Henry L. Waters, her son, Jason Waters, and her granddaughter, Abriana Johnson-Waters.
Emily, also affectionately known as Auntie Em, will forever live in the hearts and minds of her extended family.
A special thanks to the caring staff of Trinity Hospice for their loving care and support during this difficult time.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to T.E. Cooke-Overton Funeral Home and the compassionate individuals who provided support during this time, including Abriana Johnson-Waters, Brittany Watkins and Quanisha Bates.
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