Birth date: Mar 8, 1926 Death date: Apr 21, 2009
Decatur – Helen C. Bates, 83, of Decatur, passed away at 8:20 am Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at her residence. Services to celebrate Helen’s life will be held at 11:00 am Friday, April 24, 2009 at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visi Read Obituary
Your mother will be greatly missed by my wife & I and the family of Resurrection Life (Bethel Bible Church). her faithfulness as a prayer warrior and encourager will never be forgotten. She has laid up many treasures in heaven. her personal kindness to my wife & I in the meals that she sent periodically still linger in our minds. Our condolences to you in your loss and grief. May God keep you in the days ahead and give you strength.
Linda, Kathy, and Nancy, and all the family including Sondra and Jenny:My thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of your wonderful mother, grandmother, and sister. I loved and admired Helen and will miss her greatly. I'm so sorry I can't make the trip from TN at this time, but I'll be thinking of all of you. Love, Joann
Helen was a dear, beloved cousin who will be sorely missed. I admired her so much for her loving and caring personality, and for the many ways she served and thought of others, demonstrating her deep Christian faith.
Was so sorry to see that your Mother passed away. You will always have the great memories that she had with you girls. Linda I'll always remember the Girl Scout camp out that one year. My prayers will be with you.
Hello, Linda, Kathy, and Nancy. Mary and I were sorry to learn of your loss. I met many parents during my 38 years with the Decatur School District, and your Mother was one of my favorites. I am sorry that I will not be able to see you at the visitation Friday. Mary had a fall and broke her collar bone and severely twisted the ligaments in her ankle. I need to be here to take care of her. You have our sympathy and prayers.Harold and Mary Walton
