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John BATES Obituary

BATES, John:
Passed away peacefully on August 20, 2022, in his 80th year. Adored husband of Esme. Loved Dad to Steve and Pru, Neil and Jane, Justine and Kevin. Cherished Grandad to Michelle, Catherine and Jack. You will be greatly missed and loved by all. A service for family and friends will be held at the Harewood Crematorium Chapel, entry via Gardiners and Wilkinsons Road's, Harewood, on Friday, August 26, at 10.30am.


Published by The Press on Aug. 23, 2022.

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Morky

August 26, 2022

My sincere sympathy Batsey (Steve) and family. The passing of a father is a huge loss and my heart goes out to you.

David Jose

August 26, 2022

Even though we are thousands of miles away we are near in spirit. David, Krystyna, Bogdan and Katherine.

Don Turner

August 23, 2022

All the Engineering staff at Heinz Watties aprieciated John and his dedication , knowledge, passion and enthusiasm for all things Engineering. John was a true gentleman willing to help and share his experience and knowledge. He will be greatly missed by all that new him. We would like to thank John's family who shared him with our work family and we will miss him dearly.

Glennis Wightman

August 23, 2022

Deepest sympathy to Esme and family May precious memories of good times shared be yours to hold onto and treasure. RIP John xxx

Mike Sander

August 23, 2022

My thoughts are with you all at this time as you remember and reflect, and celebrate his life. He will be greatly missed, as I expect he was exactly like you Batesy, a great man!

Anne and Lester Dickson

August 23, 2022

To Esme and family, our deepest sympathy for your loss of John.

August 26, 2022

BATES, John:


Well, today we have to say goodbye Dad, but you and I, we'll never really say goodbye, as you will be with me every single day.
I was so lucky to have you
as My Dad,
My Hero and My Best Mate.
Love you so very much Dad.
Best mates forever.
Love, Steve.

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Memorial Events
for John BATES

Aug

26

Service

10:30 a.m.

Harewood Crematorium Chapel

entry via Gardiners and Wilkinsons Road's, Harewood, Canterbury

Funeral services provided by:

John Rhind Funeral Directors

13-19 London St Richmond, Christchurch