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Lisa Chriss
March 19, 2023
My deepest condolences to Helen and the family. I feel blessed to have worked with such a terrific person, great mentor, and the best colleague one could ever wish for. Tom touched many lives with his boundless energy, caring nature, and cheerful personality. He will always hold a special place in my heart.
Suzanne R. Barnes, AIA
March 15, 2023
Dr Tom has been a part of our tennis family as long as o can remember. He spoke at my dad Gus Roess´s funeral and we spent many hours watching our parents play tennis together. I´m very thankful for having the Bates clan in our family. Much love. Suzanne R. Barnes, AIA
Cecilia Pirela
March 14, 2023
My deepest sympathy to his family. Dr. Bates is the obituary of a true disciple. May God Bless his soul and grant him eternal rest and peace. May God Bless and grant comfort to his family.
IDignity volunteers will miss him dearly.
Danielle Dilks
March 9, 2023
Tom was a remarkable man. I was fortunate enough to be a member of a Bible study that met at the Bates home many years ago now. He never failed to greet me by name, wish me happy birthday or acknowledge me for years afterward. He made me feel happy just to see him smiling in his pew or processing with the choir. While St. Luke´s has lost a little sunshine with Tom´s loss, Heaven has gained a beautiful soul. Selah, Tom.
Dick Altman
March 3, 2023
Tom was a shipmate, my opthamologist, "Y" buddy, and good friend. He will be missed.
John E Hurst
March 1, 2023
We had some wonderful times together. We'll miss you Tom, both on and off the tennis court!
John and Letty Hurst
Jo Anne West RN
March 1, 2023
Dear Family, During this difficult time I know the kind words, the outpouring of love and respect for your loved one has been a wellspring of comfort. All well deserved for such a man as Dr. Bates. I also know that you can rest in the promises of God, that because of his faith, Dr Bates is with the Lord and Savior he loved, obeyed and honored during his earthly journey. May God bless you and yours in the days ahead.
Lt. Col. Michael H. Sarra, USA (ret.)
February 27, 2023
May God be with the Bates family during this time of deep sorrow. Commendations on your contributions to your community. As far as your honorable as brave Vietnam War Service, "welcome Home".
Marc and Jill Schwartz
February 26, 2023
So very sad to learn of Tom's passing. The Orlando medical community has lost one it's finest physicians and people, and one whom I personally most admired. Tom and I shared dozens of patients over many years, and one thing that always impressed me was the admiration, respect and love each and every one of them had for this "giant" of ophthalmology. Our deepest condolences to Helen and family
john g scott
February 24, 2023
Tom was one of the kindest men I ever knew, saw him at CCO for many years reading his bible on the treadmill. a very genuine Christian.
Joseph Davis
February 24, 2023
Rest in Peace Tom, you were a good guy and enjoyed playing
tennis with and against you.
Joe Davis
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