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Bates, Phyllis Lee
Phyllis Lee Bates, 74, died of complications from a blood infection on April 14, 2021 in Fort Myers, FL. Phyllis is survived by her husband, Kenneth Eugene "Gene" Bates of St. Louis; her son Bradley (Tiffany) Bates; her daughter, Bridgette (Tim) Flack; her four grandchildren Madeline, Eli, Sabrina and Susanna; her sister Stephanie (Chris) Rockel; her brother Barry (Bonnie) Hana; She is preceded in death by her mother, Doris Hana and father Charles "Bud" Hana.
Services: A Celebration of Life Service is scheduled for Phyllis on May 8 at 12 noon at Twin Oaks Presbyterian Church in St. Louis, MO. All are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to be sent to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation or Le Bonheur Children's Hospital.
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Leslie and Murph Murphy
May 3, 2021
Gene, Bradley and Bridgette. We are so sorry to hear of Phyllis´s unexpected passing. I always called her my "other mom". She was always so happy with you "dad". If i had her talent id had written a tribute to her that rhymed. Will miss her
Bonnie (Wigent) Hugyez
May 1, 2021
My condolences to Gene, Brad & Bridgette. Memories of Phyllis during our high school years at Bayless bring to mind a lovely person who was always smiling. Her spirit will be with you forever.
Darlene Soutiea Franken, Cousin
April 30, 2021
I was very sorry to hear that Phyliss passed. I remember her as a happy, positive, Christian person who loved life. Know that my prayers are with your family during this time.
Robert A. Stebe
April 25, 2021
Fond memories of a friend. May peace always be your friend and angels at your side.
mary kuhn
April 24, 2021
Gene--please accept my sincere sympathy on the loss of Phyliss. She was such a kind,welcoming lady, I Know she will be missed.
Sandi Jones
April 24, 2021
Got to know, Phyllis, more in the last few years than in all our high school days. I know she was a good Christian woman and that she is now in Heaven. Best wishes and prayers for her family.
Barb (Graham) Macino
April 24, 2021
I am so sorry to hear this news! Growing up our families lived across the street from each other. My prayers and love are with you all.
David Glunt
April 24, 2021
Gene and family please accept my condolences. Phyllis was a very special person. A friend to all-especially to Aly.
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