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Ernest F. Bates Jr. (69) passed peacefully in his sleep Wednesday evening May 21st 2025 in Gilbert Arizona. He was born August 23rd 1955 to his father Ernest Bates Sr. and mother Dawn M. Bates. He is survived by his son Ryan , grandson Connor and sister Julie. He was known to his loved ones and friends by Ernie. He enjoyed the outdoors, and was a native to Arizona. Ernie was a kind and loving …
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I was Ernie's 1st love. I knew is mother, Dawn, father Ernie, Sr, sister, Julie, & brother, Kevin in Mesa AZ. I have se…

I was Ernie's 1st love. I knew is mother, Dawn, father Ernie, Sr, sister, Julie, & brother, Kevin i…

I was Ernie's 1st love. I knew is mother, Dawn, father Ernie, Sr…

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Born

August 23rd, 1955
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Passed away

May 21st, 2025
Gilbert, AZ

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Ernest "Ernie" Bates, Jr.