Richard G. Bates Sr. Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Richard G. Bates Sr., age 80, a resident of Gloversville, NY died Saturday February 11, 2017 at the Nathan Littauer Hospital after being stricken at home. He was born in Gloversville, NY on October 19, 1936. The son of the late; George and Alice Lamont Bates. Richard was a United States Air Force Veteran serving from 1954 to 1957 in Okinawa. He was employed and worked in the textile industry, working in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York. He was employed for Lee Dying Company in Gloversville until his retirement in 1998 due to health reasons. He was a former member of the American Legion of Gloversville and enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. He also loved trips to the casino. Survivors include his wife; Mary A. Yorks Bates of Gloversville. Two sons; Richard Bates Jr. and his fiance Erica of PA., and Robert (Debbie) Bates. Two daughters; Raina (Mike) Bowers of Arkansas and Mary Beth Bates of Gloversville. Two step-daughters; Edie (John) Shanahan of Gloversville and Candy (Chris) Wilson of Johnstown. Two step-sons; Jeff (Martha) Francisco of Gloversville and Joe (Alisha) Francisco of Gloversville. Two sisters; Shirley (Robert) Cromer of Gloversville and Sandy Siebe of Florida. Several grandchidlren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins also survive him. He was predeceased by his siblings; Pat Parks, Ronald Bates and Mary Lou King. There will be no calling hours or funeral service. Arrangements are under the care of the Gloversville Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.gloversvillefuneralservice.com.

Richard G. Bates Sr.

October 19, 1936 - February 11, 2017

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