William Garfield Bates

1918 - 2010

William Garfield Bates obituary, 1918-2010

BORN

1918

DIED

2010

FUNERAL HOME

Trull Funeral Home & Cremation Centre

2704 Yonge Street

Toronto, Ontario

William Bates Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 30, 2010.

Bates, William G.

Peacefully, in his 92nd year with family at his side, Bill's life on this earth came to a close on March 29, 2010, at Chelsey Park Nursing home in London, Ontario. Survived by his son Dr. Paul Bates and wife Nancy Weber of London.
Grandpa will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Patricia Wood, (Gib), Michael, Andrew, Matthew, (Catharine) MacDonald Killoran.
He is also survived by his great grandchildren Mitchell, Melanie, and Taylor Wood. He will be fondly remembered by his sister Helen Cutting of Charlottetown, P.E.I. Bill was predeceased by his wife of 56 years Miriam Bates and his grandson David Bates. He enjoyed a long and relatively healthy life until the last two years. He had many happy memories of growing up in Toronto, a 36 year career as a pilot at TransCanada Airlines / Air Canada. In later life he enjoyed world travel, gardening, as well as his many friends at the Scottish Country Dancing.
Bill was a man who gave a steady support to those around him, helping young people with positive advice and needed assistance. He was a marvellous caregiver for his parents and wife during their final illnesses.
Friends may call at the TRULL "NORTH TORONTO" FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTRE, 2704 Yonge St. (5 blocks south of Lawrence Ave.) on Thursday from 12 noon until time of service in the chapel at 1:00 o'clock.
Internment at Westminster Cemetery.

In Lieu of Flowers donations made to The Ivey Eye Institute at St. Joseph's Heath Care, London, would be appreciated by the family. Contact number for St. Joseph's Health Care Foundation 519-646-6085. On line condolences may be made at www.mem.com.

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April 1, 2010

Our most sincere condolences to your family and please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We have many fond memories of time spent with Mim and Bill through the years. A donation has been sent to the Ivey Eye Institute in Bill's memory. Sincerely, Marj and Bill Munnoch and family

March 30, 2010

Paul, Nancy, and family: Sincere condolences during this difficult time. May Bill now Rest In Peace. Sincerely, Angela Gazalka

March 30, 2010

Paul, Nancy, and Family: Sincere condolences during this difficult time. May Bill Rest In Peace. Sincerely, Angela Gazalka

March 30, 2010

Paul, Nancy & family: Most sincere condolences during this sad time. May Bill Rest In Peace. Sincerely, Angela Gazalka

March 30, 2010

I had the pleasure of meeting Bill back in the late 60s when I was a new First Officer on the DC-8. He was a fine gentleman and mentor to many in the airline. My sincere condolences to the family and all his friends, he will be missed.
Captain Bob Tanton, Air Canada Retired

March 30, 2010

My sincere condolences to all of Bill's family. I had the privilege of working with Bill more than 40 years ago on the DC8 at Toronto. He was one of the finest to work with and lifted the confidence of many new pilots. My memories of Bill are the best.
Alan J Patterson - Captain (retired) - Viet Nam

March 30, 2010

Sincere condolences upon the passing of Mr.Bates. We have wonderful memories and a special place in our hearts for Mr.Bates

From all the staff on the 5th floor at Chelsey Park

March 30, 2010

My condolences to the Bates family. For several years I lived on Lawrence Ave, very near the Bates address on Boyd Ave. I attended school with his son. I was also an Air Canada pilot for 32 years, however, I never got to fly with Bill. Sincerely, Captain Robert Semple, rtrd.

March 30, 2010

Dear Paul, Nancy & Family:

Sincere condolences upon the passing of Bill.

May warm memories and the presence of family & friends comfort you during this sad time.

Sincerely,

Brian Kyle, Mario Mouamer, Serena Moro, Jo Ann Chalik; And the rest of the staff from the Denture Clinic

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