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Steven Oates Obituary

Steven Oates TUCSON, AZ (Formerly of Racine) - Steven Oates, 60, passed away in Tucson, AZ, on Monday, April 23, 2012. Steven was born in Racine on March 31, 1952, the son of James H. and Bernice (nee: Thomas) Oates Sr. He was educated in the Racine Unified School Systems. He served his country with the U.S. Army . Steven enjoyed playing and watching basketball, and shooting pool. He leaves to cherish his memory, his children, Felicia Beechem, and Percy (Judy)Beechem, both of Racine, and Bonita Moss, of Junction City, AR; 6 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; his mother, Bernice Oates, of Racine; brothers, James (Pamela) Oates Jr., and Willie Oates, both of Racine, Charles (Brenda) Oates, of Inman, S.C., and Dudley (Maureen) Oates, of Marna, AZ. Steven is further survived by his nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, uncles, aunts, cousins, other relatives and friends. Steven was preceded in death by his father, James Henry Oates Sr., and by grandmothers, Hortense Ford and Maissie Thomas. His memorial Homegoing service will be held in the funeral home on Friday, May 4th, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. James Oates Jr., Rev. John Thomas, and loving nephew, Imam Wali Shakoor, officiating. Burial, with full military honors, will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park. DRAEGER-LANGENDORF FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY 4600 County Line Rd. 552-9000 www.draeger-langendorf.com

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Published by Racine Journal Times on Apr. 29, 2012.

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Janet Hardaway

May 3, 2021

You are still so truly missed. Rest in heaven Steve.

Kimitra & Lakesha Oates

May 9, 2012

We love you and we will miss you. Rest in the arms of Jesus Uncle Stevie.

Janet Simpson Oates Hardaway

May 8, 2012

Dear Bro-in-law we have shared good and bad times. I remember back in the day you were always in trouble with the ladies. Of course you would call me to try and make things right. Anytime you came to me smiling I know I had to get you out of trouble. Times changed. Our lives changed. We still remained close and kept in touch. Know that we share a special bond and I am going to deeply miss you. I believe and I know you are in a better place, no more suffering no more pain. You are smiling down from heaven on all of us saying "I feel good, I feel good" your famous words.

Cynthia Thomas-Gainey

May 6, 2012

Sorry for the loss of Steve. I didn't know him well, he was older. I do remember seeing him in the neighborhood bouncing that basketball. Charles is who we went to school with. May the Lord send the comforter to Ms. Bernice and family. God Bless you.

Princess Wells

May 5, 2012

My family send condolences to your family in this time of need.We also send our prayers.

Joe Ann Martin & Family

May 1, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Larry & Delilah Hall

April 30, 2012

To the Oates family.Grew up with Steve, Boonie & Willie. Are thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.

Steve & Deborah Gardner

April 30, 2012

Our deepest sympathies go out to the Oates family. Just know that earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. May God bless your family, and you are all in our prayers.

April 30, 2012

Our deepest sympathies go out to the Oates family. Just know that earth hath no sorrows that heaven cannot heal. May God bless your family in your time of need.

Tommie Moore and Family

April 30, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Erin (Gray) Nolan

April 30, 2012

Dearest Steve, may your soul rest in peace. We'll miss you. I will always have fond memories of the fun times we shared. My are thoughts are with your family during this sad time.

Alfonso Gardner

April 29, 2012

Brother Steve we shared a lot of good time together, i will always remenber them.You were like brother to me and i will see again in heaven

Johnny Johnson

April 29, 2012

Cousin Steve,
You will be missed and all the great times we shared. Prayers go out to the entire Oates family. Johnny & Family.

Donna Jenkins/Adams

April 29, 2012

I am sorry to hear of your loss. I knew Steve as we attended Gateway Tech, He was on the basketbal team and I was the oldest cheerleader. I remember most, is the beautiful smile he alaways had. He will be missed. GOD be with you and your family.

RAY- BIG ''C'' JACKSON

April 29, 2012

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

terry golden

April 29, 2012

T o a very good friend that im going to miss dearly.May you rest in peace with this prayer.Our father how thy be the name by kingdom come thou will be done on earth and heaven to the family ill pray for you god bless you all stay strong amen.

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