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Sharon Lee Bates

Jul 31, 1945 – Dec 9, 2019

Service Details

A private service will be held on December 20, 2019.

Memorial Suggestions

Memorials in Sharon’s name have been suggested to the Wounded Warrior Project www.woundedwarriorproject.org

RACINE – Sharon Lee Bates, 74, passed away at home on Monday, December 9, 2019.

She was born in Johnson City, NY on July 31, 1945, the daughter of the late James and Charlotte Jeanette (nee: Zimmer) Morrison.   On March 10, 1963 she married Donald Clyde Bates, Sr.  He preceded her in death on September 14, 2010.

Sharon was an avid reader.  In her earlier years she loved cooking as well as writing out her recipes to share with others.

Sharon is survived by her children, Donald Bates, Jr. of New York, James Bates of California, Daniel (Christine) Bates of Racine, Susan (Christopher) Wilkinson of England, Joseph Bates; her granddaughter, whom Donald and Sharon raised, Amber Drexler of Michigan; many other dear grandchildren and great-grandchildren; her sister Janice Emerson of New Hampshire, Mary Ellen Chentis of Wisconsin; her brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, Leon (Nancy) Bates of New York, Rose Rudolph and Richard Bates all of New York.

A private service will be held on December 20, 2019.  Memorials in Sharon’s name have been suggested to the Wounded Warrior Project www.woundedwarriorproject.org

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Bill’s service was beautiful, beyond belief. Leslie was priceless in all she did. Gary, knowing Bill for many years, said a few words at the service. The special touched I didn’t expect warmed my heart. Two very,very special people helped make a sad day into something very special.

Thank you to all those that helped behind the scene, setting up, opening doors. My heart is full.

Bless you.

Helene Hellesen

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