William Bates

It was 25 years ago, the summer of 1983, that I enrolled in a summer class at Loyola University Chicago and first met Professor William Bates. The impression that Bill made upon me was that of a great man, humble, honest and of great faith.

I looked up to him and he returned my admiration with his kindness and friendship. We became fast and good friends. I was included in many important parts of his life. His late wife Katherine and Bill allowed me to visit and live with them in their...

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