Michael Bates was born August 22, 1959, to the union of Armster James and Alberta Bates in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Michael received his formal education and graduated from Milwaukee Tech High School. He joined Job Corp where he became a Master Welder. Michael was gainfully employed for five years at Steel Craft.
During his leisure time, he spent his time with his loving family and friends. His hobbies consist of basketball and football. Michael’s favorite football team is the Green Bay Packers and quotes from Vince Lombardi and the original Star Trek show.
On Wednesday, July 10, 2024, Michael Bates departed from us. He is preceded in death by his father Armster James Bates Sr., Mother Alberta Bates (Ambers), and brother Armster James Bates Jr. (Jamie). He also leaves to cherish his memory sons Steven Michael White, Montrell Bates, Deshon Meeks, and daughter Catrina Bates; two brothers Gregory Bates and Rodney Bates; four sisters: Louise Bates, Jennifer Bates, Carole Bates, and Yolanda Bates (Dallas, GA); 3 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, close cousins and friends.
Visitation will be held at Krause Funeral Home, 9000 West Capitol Drive, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53222, on Thursday, July 18, 2024, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Funeral Service at 12PM. Interment at Wisconsin Memorial Park.
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