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DOUGLAS BATES Obituary
born in Morristown, NJ died unexpectedly on May 13, 2015 in Brooklyn, NY with his wife Grace and son Rufus at his side. Doug practiced law in Auburn for 37 years. He was respected by the legal community for his reasonable and practical solutions to life's complicated problems. He was beloved by his family, friends and clients; he was always there for them.
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Eileen Quigley
March 22, 2017
I am sorry to hear about Doug. He made a huge impact in my life always for the better. I pray for peace and comfort for his family
June 11, 2015
Laura and I send our love and thoughts to all the Bates and Getman families, and to Wesa at such an unexpected loss, With caring and affection, Nancy Lee Getman
Bill Bates
May 30, 2015
Doug was both a very special, real, faithful and true brother, and even father to me, most of all, for that matter, as well.
Thomas Riley
May 29, 2015
A remarkable man, who always had time to give counsel. His zest for life was memorable and worth emulating. I feel fortunate to have known Doug.
Bill Bates
May 27, 2015
I and the rest of our family will miss our very special brother, faithful and devoted husband and father Doug, to NOT only Gracie and Rufie, and even Hooker, but to also Carl, Lou, Bobbie, Nancy and his and our wonderful and very special Mom, Wesa, very much, without a question of a doubt, most of all.
Ann Smith
May 27, 2015
Grace, My thoughts and prayers go out to you on the loss of your husband. I so miss talking with you when we worked at the hospital.
Lory Jennings gambrill
May 24, 2015
My late husband John died in 1994 after a long illness. Doug and John had gone to high school together...Came running to help his friend visiting us many times during s 18 month illness. ... And calling often. After John died Doug, Gracie,
And Rufus opened their life to me in Aurora, NYC.
Will never be able to thank The whole extended family for
Letting me in. I love you Grace Windsor Bates & Rufus . https://www.face book.com/lory.gambrill/posts/10206314552403367
May 24, 2015
Doug had me over to his house in junior high--I remember he played a Richie Valens album at a time when I was discovering rock 'n' roll. Doug was always laughing, you all know his little giggle. Went through Pingry School with him, then after college we got on the bus to the draft board together. He even giggled about that. Great guy, I always loved seeing him at Pingry reunions! Godspeed, Doug.
Donna Margretta
May 23, 2015
I well mess you very much ,you were there if one needed you. In my heart I know you are now in a much better place. The town of Aurora well always will not be the same without you Mr. Bates.
May 22, 2015
You were a wonderful person to my family and will truly be missed Mary Campbell
May 21, 2015
Doug you were top drawer and we Hoffmans miss you.
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