Richard B. Bates

Richard B. Bates, age 96, of Royal Palm Beach, Florida passed away on February 7, 2019. Mr. Bates was born in Camden, New Jersey on February 15, 1922. He was predeceased by his wife, Hazel L. Stamo and son, Steven Allen Bates. Mr. Bates is survived by sons, Richard Arthur (Terry) Bates, Elliott J. (Theresa) Bates and Michael S. Bates; six grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; 2 great great grandchildren; sisters, Norma Strickbine and Thelma Louise (Robert) Jenkins; nieces, Norma Bradford, Marie Torelli and Cynthia Torelli; nephew, Trey Jenkins.

Private cremation services are under the care of Tillman Funeral Home & Crematory, West Palm Beach, Florida.