Brian Chadwick "Chad" Bates

I just found out about Chad's passing. Chad and I played against each other in high school and played together on the Shrine Bowl team. He was a great offensive lineman and even better person. May God continue to bless his family and friends.. George Hampton ( 1992 Shrine Bowl Teammate)

My friend you will be missed. You had a heart of gold. Your children were your world. We have great memories that I will always cherish! Working together, going to Sunfest, always happy times. Until we meet again!

Dear Chad.
I'm so greatful our parents were best friends for over 55 years and you were put into my life which I am so greatful for. We grew up together. You were like the brother Torr and I never had. Always playing pranks, making us all laugh, and your heart of gold will always shine bright. You are one of the kindest person I have ever known. Although we didn't always talk or see one another all the time. I knew when we did, we would pick up where we left off. There is so much more I wish I could say, and just see that sparkle in your eyes one more time. And your giant bear hug, and smile that lit up a room. You have left a tremendous legacy and a beautiful family, who loved you dearly. Until we see one another again, farewell my dear friend. Hug Tao for me.
All my love to the Bates family. You'll always be family.
Love, Tasha

I´ve had the pleasure of knowing Chad for almost 6 years. Not only was he a wonderful friend, he was a man with a heart of GOLD. He lit up every room with his bright smile. When I first started at Paychex, Chad was the friend I would chat with during our long, very early drives to the office.
Aside from work we both shared the love and joy of being parents. His children are his world!
My heart goes to those precious babies and Chad´s beautiful family. The stories he has shared will leave us all with such beautiful memories.
Rest in peace my friend

I was blessed to have been able to work with Chad for 10+ years.
For me he was always Chaderooni...a wonderful friend who gave the best hugs!
He was always so kind and friendly towards everyone.

If Mary Amie has her way she will already be helping her dear friend Chad navigate his way around heaven, cheering him up with her infectious laughter

Rest in Peace dearest Chad and don´t let Mary get you into trouble!

I worked with "Chad" for almost 4 years and he would always call me to check in with me once a week as I was going through a divorce. His smile would light up a room. We miss you already and will see you again, just not yet my friend. Rest easy

I worked with "Chad" for almost 4 years and he would always call me once a week just to say hi and check in on me. I was going through a divorce and we bonded on many levels. Such a sweet and friendly guy. His smile would light up a room.
We will see you again buddy, just not yet.