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Hugs from Jan and Kurt to Donna! He was a sweet guy we wish we could have known more.
Kurt P. Helgerson
February 27, 2025 | Other
Battle Creek, Michigan
Jun 2, 1945 – Feb 20, 2025
Born on June 2, 1945, William "Bill" Bates passed peacefully on the morning of Thursday, February 20, 2025. According to the dates, you would say he lived from 1945-2025, but we know it was what was within the "dash" that matters. He lived a life filled with experiences, achievements, and so much...
Read MoreHugs from Jan and Kurt to Donna! He was a sweet guy we wish we could have known more.
Kurt P. Helgerson
February 27, 2025 | Other
I will always remember his encouragement. The love he had for his family was always evident. Sorry to all of you.
Denise Oudekerk
February 22, 2025 | Friend
Bear, I don´t have the words to express how thankful I am for you. You are a good man. Above all else, you are good. You are dance in the kitchen, give the shirt off your back, and close your eyes to soak in the melody kind of good. You believe(d) in me unwaveringly. I love you. To the ends of the earth and all the way back. Thank you for choosing to be my grandfather.
Emmalee Redder
February 22, 2025 | Family
I love you so much uncle Billy !
Gabrielle
February 22, 2025 | Family