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Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 13, 2017.

Mr. Ronald L. Bates

75, of Indianapolis, passed away Jan. 8, 2017.

Funeral Service will be held Sat. Jan. 14, 2017 11:00 a.m. at First Freewill Baptist Church, 2433 Barnes Ave. with calling from 9:00 a.m. to service time. Burial in Washington Park North Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Williams & Bluitt Funeral Home.

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January 23, 2017

Frieda M. Kyser and family! posted to the memorial.

January 19, 2017

Renee Harris posted to the memorial.

January 16, 2017

Krysten (KC) Cager posted to the memorial.

17 Entries

Frieda M. Kyser and family!

January 23, 2017

May your soul be at peace in the house of our Lord along side your old friend 'Corky' Howard Kyser,Sr. I will always cherish your friendship. God Bless!

Renee Harris

January 19, 2017

Only GOD knew best. We will miss you deeply. Watch out for all those "old" card players...u know the ones. Much luv !

Krysten (KC) Cager

January 16, 2017

I'm so thankful that I was blessed to have you as an uncle. You were always a phone call away!! I loved you because you loved my dada. I always said that anyone who could deal with Feeman was God sent!!Even after I lost my dad you was still there for my mom and I Whenever I would make honor roll you would take me to Service Merchandise and buy me a ring.I feel so bad because I had not talked to you since June. I love you Rest In Peace.

Crystal McGaw

January 15, 2017

My condolences to Mrs Bates and the rest of the Bates family. Mr Bates was very kind to me and I really appreciate that. He spoke about his children and grand children often. He truly loved his family.

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Beverly Crenshaw-Garrett

January 14, 2017

An additional note: I will always remember what a real father Mr. Bates was! Even though he and Dee Dee were divorced many years ago, I will always remember thinking, wow he was always present in his kids lives. I was somewhat envious because mine was not as involved in mine! He was always there for as long as I can remember for his family and I find that "EXCEPTIONAL!" He was a real Father, Dad and a wonderful man!

Beverly Crenshaw-Garrett

January 14, 2017

God Bless the family during this difficult time. My heart is so heavy just thinking about what you all are going through. Be strong and keep trusting in HIM. Mr. Bates was a wonderful, kind, caring and compassionate person. He will be dearly missed!

January 13, 2017

P.S Uncle Ron

I needed to add how much of a beautiful person you were. I also forgot to add family members: (Uncle Oat)Oscar and(Aunt) Dorthy Orr and my Uncles Feeman (Charles Cager) and Jay Russ.
Unc , I'm going to miss and love you forever

Chuckie P

RUTLAND&MAYE MELTON

January 13, 2017

God has gained another Solider. RIH RONNIE

January 13, 2017

My Uncle Ron

I can't express in words how I feel because I am in shock you are no longer here with us. You knew how much I loved you and that is forever. You join that big part of my heart along with family members: Uncle Jerry(Gerald Bates), Aunt Dee Dee(Delores Bates), Mario James, Granny(Geraldine Bates), Aunt Sondra and my Mother(Iantha Bell).

Chuckie P.

beatrice weathington

January 13, 2017

Ronald you were a wonderful friend I will miss you Heaven needed you more RIP

Grandson Lil Arthur

January 12, 2017

I love you granddaddy! You will always be the best grandpa in the !! I thank God for you.There has been no greater gift in life a grandchild could ask for but a grandpa like you.. I remember the call you recieved from my grandma Sarah saying she needed help bringing us home from Atlanta Georgia.. You made it possible for us to be able to see one another as kids growing up n being together.. I can never thank you enough.. I know you are watching over us.. Until we meet again over there granddaddy I love you n i pray God continues to hold our family up in this tough time.. Fly high Granddaddy. This is an a original O"G Mr. Bates!!!!

January 12, 2017

Extending our condolences of deep, heartfelt sympathy as you mourn the loss of your Beloved husband, father and grandfather. Ronnie was a very distinguished man who was admired for his stylish attire, and those sharp hats, by men and women alike. Ronnie was a very caring person who always expressed concern for others. God Bless his soul. He will truly be missed. May he Rest in Peace.

~ Sincerely,
Ann, Rudy & Marilyn (UAW sister) - on behalf of the Gibson family
~

Diana Davis-Harvey

January 12, 2017

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever. We will miss seeing your smiling face. My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God comfort you. Your neighbor.

Diana Davis-Harvey

January 12, 2017

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

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