Ridgeland, Mississippi
1939 - 2013 (Age 73)
William E. BatesRidgelandWilliam Ellison Bates, 73, of Ridgeland, MS, passed away on Thursday, January 17, 2013, at Hospice Ministries of Ridgeland. Born on October 4, 1939, in Meridian, MS, Bill was the son of the late Lyle and Jane Bates of Jackson. A 1957 graduate of Murrah High School, he...
Read MoreLyle, Cela and Family, so very sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. Have been away so were unable to be at services, but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love to you, Pat and Tony
Tony and Pat Monk
January 27, 2013 | Brandon, MS
Ronnie, I am so sorry to learn of Bill's death. I only met him a couple of times, but I could tell he was a kind, gentle, man. He could really cook good tenderloin on the grill! Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Love,
Martha
Martha Watkins
January 22, 2013 | Aberdeen And Starkville, MS
Bill was such a fine man and a real community hero. I met Bill in the course of many meetings with the United Way. The world will miss this man character. Deepest sympathy to the wonderful family and thank you for sharing Bill with us -- Bill Bates contributions made Metro Jackson a better place.
Steven Pickett
January 21, 2013 | Raymond, MS
Ms. Bates - I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Bates. He was a great person and always so nice. One of my favorite bosses I have ever had. I loved working for him at Security Savings and seeing him at the tennis courts. I always had fun when he brought a dog with him! I will be thinking of you and your family. Susan Ming.
January 21, 2013
Ronnie, I am very sorry about your husband's passing, you will be in my thoughts and prayers. I do know what you are going through,when you feel like talking I would love to hear from you, Vicki McDowell
January 21, 2013
Bates family: I am so very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I will always fondly remember the times at Glory. I am a richer person for knowing all of you. George
George Blackburn
January 20, 2013 | Sandefjord
God is near to those that are broken at heart and those crushed in spirit he saves. God will sustain you and help you to endure.
January 20, 2013
To Ronnie and Lyle,
Billy's passing has been so sudden and sad that I don't know how to express myself. I can only imagine how difficult this has been for you and your family. Seeing Billy's photo brought back so many old memories of growing up in Jackson. He reminds me so much of Big Lyle. I sincerely express my deepest sympathy for you and your family.
Gene Fly
January 19, 2013 | Stockton, CA
What a treasure we have all lost. A picture is worth a thousand words..and his shows what a special person he was. Love to all of you. Lynn
January 19, 2013
