BATESJames T. "Jim", beloved husband of Nadine Bates (nee Johns); devoted father of Kellie (Johnny) Whitaker, Tina (John) Callahan, and James T. Bates, Jr.; loving grandfather of 8; dear brother of Ray and Bill Bates. Preceded in death by parents, Raymond and Elizabeth Bates. Passed away Sunday, October 23, 2011. Age 64. Visitation at Vorhis & Ryan Funeral Home, 11365 Springfield Pike, Springdale, Ohio on Wednesday, October 26, 2011 from 5:00-9:00 PM. Funeral service at the funeral home on Thursday, October 27, 2011 at 10:00 AM.