Wayne McKinely Bates, Sr.

James 1:12
"I promise a crown of life to all who love me despite their trials."
Wyane you are missed my friend,we all have trials but God never breaks his promises.

Dear Bates Family,
I am saddened to learn of Wayne's passing. He was one of my first students at White Oak and was also a friend as were all of the family members. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Melissa Mason

So many memories ,gone way to soon, prayers for the family.

Trish and family you are all in our prayers and thoughts you have been so wonderful and kind it has been an blessing to know you all and i hope that you find peace in knowing he is without pain and will be remembered as a wonderful and kind man and loving father and grandfather. These times are hard but you are strong and have the support of many ❤

such a sweet guy with god now lots of love and prayers to you cuz love to you and your family

I love the first line of Wayne's obit! It was perfect!
I am so very sorry for your loss. Wayne will be greatly missed by many and forever remembered. I am a former co-worker of Wayne (1990-2001).

I work for Alverson Refrigeration and although I have never met Wayne in person, every time I needed a part number or a price, I always hoped Wayne would answer the phone, because he was so knowledgeable and very kind and helpful, he will be greatly missed by not only his co-workers, family and friends, but also by strangers that he never met but talked to on the phone. I pray that God will comfort his family through
their loss, he was one of the good guys.

My heart goes to my family out there who are hurting, may God be with you.