Paul is survived by his father, Nelson Bates Jr.; his wife, Tasha Bates; his children, Jazzmin Bates, Meshach and wife, Jasmine Bates and Myshae Bates; his sister, Velma Bates; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his mother, Katherine Bates; his sister, Gwendolyn Bates; and his nephew, Kyle Bates.
Paul was born in Baytown, TX on November 23, 1960, to Nelson Bates Jr. and Katherine Bates. He graduated from Ross S. Sterling High School in 1979 and played sports as a Sterling Ranger. He went on to attend the University of Texas Austin (Hook ‘em) in 1983 where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree. He wrapped up his academic education at Baylor College of Dentistry where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1988. Paul loved dentistry and took great passion in serving patients within the surrounding Greater Houston communities; he touched so many lives over the course of his 36-year career. In addition to serving patients, Paul positively impacted countless Dentists and teams while serving as a Regional Doctor Mentor supporting dental offices across Texas.
Paul was a devoted father, son, brother, husband, and friend. He enjoyed traveling, serving up gourmet meals for his family, smokin’ meats, fishing with his college buddies, and watching any and all kinds of sports. His form of social media was Orange Bloods and 610 AM radio; he loved his UT Longhorns. More importantly, Paul loved Jesus. He prayed faithfully, every morning and at mealtimes, for his kids and family, for the health of his loved ones, and for his work family. He was a member of the Woodlands Church in The Woodlands, TX. Paul longed to be with Our Lord and Savior and in his passing, we find peace and comfort in knowing he’s finally home.
A Celebration of Life and viewing will take place at Forest Park The Woodlands Funeral Home located at 18000 Interstate 45 South, The Woodlands, TX 77384. Viewing will take place on Thursday, February 29th from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A Celebration of Life will take place on Friday, March 1st at 10:00 am, also at Forest Park The Woodlands. Burial will follow at 1:00 PM in San Jacinto Memorial Park located at 14659 East Fwy, Houston, TX 77015.
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