Edward C Bates, age 66, passed away on May 17th, 2016.
He leaves behind his brothers Don Bates and John Watts; son Mark Bates; niece Kelly Gombert (Rich); nephew Chris Watts, two grandchildren and 2 great-nieces. Preceded in death by his parents Carl and Lucie Bates.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Visitation Tuesday, May 24, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM in the Catavolos Funeral Home 3653 W Market St. Fairlawn, OH. Interment at Western Reserve National Cemetery