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Patricia Jean Bates

Passed 12/9/2013

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Obituary For Patricia Jean Bates

Patricia Jean “Patty” Bates, 68, of Wintersville, OH passed away Monday, December 9, 2013 at home after an extended illness with her family at her side.  She was born in Pittsburgh, PA on July 19, 1945 the daughter of the late Roland and Jean (Pierce) Ramsay of Steubenville.  Patty was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking her special recipes for her family and friends, her children always came first in her life.  She graduated in 1963 from the former Wayne High School in Bloomingdale, OH and the Clark, Gilbert and Silverthorn Academy of Cosmetology in Steubenville, OH.  Patty is survived by her husband of nearly 49 years Larry “Nip” Bates; son Jeffrey Bates at home; daughter Darcy Bates of Duncan Falls, OH; sister Mary Jane Smyth Casebeer of Bergholz, OH.  Patty’s pet beagle “Rusty” will also miss her.  Patty requested no visitation.  Private interment service at Unionport Cemetery will be held at the convenience of the family.  Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. 

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  • 09/03/2024

    Nadine Hanlin McEwen

    Dearest Nip, So sorry for your loss, may you and your family know how blessed you all were with unconditional love. Remember Patty from school and what a lovely person she was. God bless you all at this special time of need..

  • 09/03/2024

    Sheila (Morris) Chichick

    Dearest Nip: Just found out about the loss of your beloved Patti. My heartfelt sympathy to you and your dear family at this most difficult time. You took excellent care of of her w/unconditional love and I'm sure if the shoe was on the other foot, it would have been the same. You were blessed w/49 beautiful years together so hold onto all the sweet memories of a life time of love and devotion. Take care dear friend and God Bless. Sheila

  • 09/03/2024

    Red and Martha Zoo

    Nip, we are so saddened to hear about Patty. We remember her as such a lovely girl and know she was surely an amazing woman. Please know that you and your family are in our hearts and we ask for God's peace and comfort for you.

  • 09/03/2024

    Pete & Cathie Provan

    So sorry for your loss Nip. Just want you to know we are thinking of you and your family and you are in our prayers....Pete & Cathie

  • 09/03/2024

    Bob and norina eroshevich

    So sorry for your loss , are prayers are with you

  • 09/03/2024

    Carolyn J. Fierbaugh (Wiley)

    Nip, You have my deepest sympathy. May your many memories give you and your family comfort. I fondly remember our high school years when we all lived in a much less complicated world. May God bless you and yours. Fondly, Carolyn Fierbaugh

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