Obituary: CHARLES ARTHUR BATES - 67, Elmsdale, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2006, at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Middle Musquodoboit, he was a son of Ellie (Fleming) Bates, Middle Musquodoboit, and the late Ross Bates. Charles retired from the Halifax Shipyards where he worked for 33 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, harness racing and was a passionate New York Yankees fan. His kindness to others and his easygoing manner will always be remembered by those who knew him. Surviving are his loving wife of 43 years, the former Judy Ross; daughter, Shelley Hines, Elmsdale; sons, George, Sackville; Stephen (Sherry), Enfield; his grandchildren who were his most precious gifts, Jordan, Whitney, Andrew, Samantha, and Ethan; brothers, Lyle (Carole), Middle Musquodoboit; Harry (Adele), Truro; Rod, Strathmore, Alta; Richard (Marlene), Truro; Kirk, London, Ont.; sister-in-law, Doreen Fleming, Salmo, BC. He was predeceased by his brother, Floyd Fleming, Cremation had taken place. A graveside service will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in Sandy Hill Cemetery, Belnan, Rev. Gwen Roberts officiating. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Colchester Regional Hospital Palliative Care. Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Co-operative, Upper Musquodoboit.
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Funeral Home: Arimathea Funeral Co-operative Upper Musquodoboit,NS Obituary July 2006
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