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Kyle Douglas Bates

Kyle Bates Obituary

Kyle Douglas Bates, 22, of Shepherdsville, was born Monday, January 12, 1981, to David A. Bates III and Sonia Lutz Bates in Louisville. Mr. Bates returned to his Heavenly Father Sunday, August 10, 2003, at his residence. He was a faithful member of Salem Church of Christ, a past president of Future Farmers of America at Bullitt Central, a senior at Murray State University and a member of the American Quarter Horse Association. He leaves to cherish his memory his parents; brothers and sister and their spouses, David Bates IV (Jennifer), Bryan Bates (Sarah) and Susan Bates Pardue (Shannon); grandparents, Ann Bates and Roy Lutz; three nieces, Taylor, Madison and Alexandria; nephew, Tanner; several aunts, uncles and cousins; and a host of friends. His funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at family-owned Schoppenhorst, Underwood and Brooks, Preston Hwy. and Brooks Rd., where family and friends may kindly visit from noon-9 p.m. Wednesday. Interment will be in Brookland Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Salem Church of Christ, 1595 Zoneton Rd., Shepherdsville, KY 40165.

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Published by Courier-Journal on Aug. 13, 2003.

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Tanisha Forrest

August 14, 2003

I haven't known Kayle very long, but the time we did share I will never forget. It's hard to believe he's gone after just talking to him on Friday. I will always remember his quizitive, careing, and kind personality. From me and all his friends here in Murray our hearts go out to the family.

2nd Shift Tractor and Trailer Crews at Paschall Truck Lines

August 14, 2003

Kyle will be dearly missed by all of us here at the PTL Maintenance shop who worked with Kyle. Our hearts and prayers go out to all those he left behind.

Phyllis McIlvoy

August 14, 2003

Cowboy Kyle such a wonderful young man. James remembers Kyle coming to our place to watch the rodeos with him. Daryl remembers all the good times with Kyle. I remember watching him with his horses and the love he showed. God be with his family and give you the faith and strength to carry on. We will remember all of you in prayers.

Keara Wallace

August 13, 2003

We'll miss you Cowboy.

Joyce (Hall) Cotton

August 13, 2003

I have known David III and Sonia all their lives; I was David's English teacher in the 8th grade. I cannot imagine the grief you are experiencing at this time. My heartfelt sympathy to you and your lovely family. May you gain strength from the support of your friends and cherished loved ones at this moment.

Mandy Stinson

August 13, 2003

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I went to school with Kyle and I know that he was a wonderful person, God bless you all.

Dan Fox

August 13, 2003

Cowboy (Kayle), a great friend and exceptional guy. You will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone (family and friends).

Allender

August 13, 2003

We are sorry to hear of your loss, we will keep all of you in our prayers.



The Allender Family

Sue, Phillip, Phylis WELCH

August 13, 2003

Remembering you with love.

Be brave - you have friends who share your grief.

Derek Mercer

August 13, 2003

Best wishes to the family of the most kind hearted person you'll ever know.

Kyle, just want you to know I love ya' brother.

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