BATES, Willis Edward

Willis Edward Bates, 82, passed away May 23, 2003. He was born in McKean, Pennsylvania on May 23, 1921 to Manley and Ethel Wright Bates, where he lived and worked until he retired to Apache Junction. He is survived by his wife, Catherine Wolf Bates, two sisters, Lavina Barcio of Erie, PA, and Bertha (Toots) Robinson of West Hills, CA., also several nieces and nephews. A sister, Nellie Mitchell preceded him in death. Apache Junction Mortuary handled the arrangements. Published on 5/29/2003 East Valley Tribune Mesa AZ