Elizabeth Faye Bates

Elizabeth Faye Bates, 75, wife of 50 years to the late James Taylor Bates, died Sunday, August 19, 2018. Born in Athens, she was the daughter of the late J.W. O’Dillon and Bessie Watson O’Dillon.   She worked in the health care field all of her life as a Nursing Aid.  A graveside service will be held Saturday, August 25, 2018 at 9:30 at Athens Memory Gardens with Rev. Dennis Webster officiating.  A special thank you is extended to Dennis and Deborah Webster and Compassionate Care Hospice for the care given to Mrs. Bates.   In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Whitehall Baptist Church Food Ministry.  Lord & Stephens East is in charge of arrangements.