Col. Austin Brewster Bates

I´m forever beholden to Austin as an Inspiration to me. Tried my best to follow in his footsteps...... I´ll miss him always !!!! Capt. Sean Lucart. (Ret).

Austin, it has been 6 years since your passing. We are profoundly grateful for and respectful of all you have done for us and your nation. Your presence may be gone, but your memory will always remain in our hearts. Thinking of you on this solemn day and sending love to the heavens. Jerry and Sharon Beaty

Colonel, it's been four years. The vacancy is palpably unsuited to our desire for closure. Always on our mind, never forgotten. Still one of our heroes. Jerry and Sharon Beaty

Served with Colonel Bates in the Arizona Air National Guard. One of our personal heroes. God bless his family.
We extend our sincere condolences to family and friends.
Jerry and Sharon Beaty

Dearest Family and Friends of Colonel Bates,

You have my deepest sympathy and condolences.

Colonel Bates led a full, busy, active life that he enjoyed. His positive attitude, dedication, and love of people and animals will be missed by all who knew him. His bravery and positive attitude will live on. The Colonel will be missed.

Please continue to treasure your good memories and may God's love comfort you always. (Psalm 119:76).

D

I imagine your last flight, it is on the back of an angel as you fly on home, illuminated by a heavenly glow.
My sincerest condolences.

With my sincere sympathy to your family, may your treasured memories continue to provide a measure of comfort and peace to the family. Please be strengthened from (Isaiah 61:1,2) our God "binds up the broken-hearted and comforts all who mourn".

Have a good flight west !
All ways fun to fly with you .


Carlos Ontiveros
Laveen / Prescott AZ

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.