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Florence Bates
March 24, 1925 - May 3, 2022
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Florence Myrtle Bates
March 24, 1925 – May 3, 2022
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Momma, Grandma, Great Grandma, and Great-Great Grandma, Florence (Grandma Flo) Myrtle Bates (nee Hayes). She was born in Barnston, Quebec on March 24, 1925, and slipped peacefully into the arms of her Lord, Jesus, on May 3, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. in her home of 9 years in Osoyoos, B.C., at the age of 97, with her daughter Lynda, her sole caregiver by her side.
Florence is survived by her sons; James (Corinne) Bates, Donald Bates; daughter, Lynda (Mike) Zimmer; brother-in-law, Alex Popoff; and her greatest blessings of all, 12 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, and 4 great-great grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and amazing old and new friends.
She was predeceased by her best friend and beloved husband of 64 years, Wallace (Wally) Bates; son, Richard Bates; daughter, Margaret Bates.
A Celebration of Life will take place at Park Drive Church in Oliver, BC on Saturday, June 11, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. Interment will take place at a later date in Saskatchewan.
In lieu of flowers, donations are gratefully accepted for Adult & Teen Challenge Okanagan Men’s Centre: https://teenchallengebc.com/locations/okanagan-mens/ or Moms Stop the Harm: https://www.momsstoptheharm.com/
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From: Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium Ltd.
The Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Ralph & Krista Hargrave
Relation: She was our friend.
We will always remember the sweet gentleness and loving nature that surrounded Florence. She brought a ray of sunshine wherever she went and made you feel peaceful in her presence. We were blessed to be at her baptism, where she declared her love for Jesus. How wonderful to think that she is with her beloved Lord. May the Prince of Peace be with all the family.
From: Tom and Deb Hayes
Relation: Nephew
Your laughter and smile will be missed.
Service Schedule
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