We bring you sad news of the passing of James “Jimmie” Bates. He leaves behind his caring loving wife, Patricia; brother, Rick; sister, Doris and sister-in-law, Heather. He also leaves nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews. Jimmie will be sadly missed by all his friends especially those at the Outer Bridge Park and the HCP.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
24 Responses
Pat,
I am so very sorry to hear about Jim. My heart goes out to you as you face the days ahead. Love and prayers to you and your family.
Dear Pat:
I was so sorry to hear your sad news from Margaret yesterday. I know you and all the family will miss him terribly, but the community has also lost someone special. My thoughts are with you as you travel through the path of grief and hope you come through it to your many great memories, but that too takes its own time.
My thoughts are with you.
Mare
Hello Pat,
My sincere condolences to you on Jim’s passing. Jim was an important member of our volunteer construction team at the HCP for many years. He was a most reliable guy: you could always count on him to show up rain or shine on Wednesday mornings at the Gardens. Jim was always ready to take on whatever tasks were before us and his enthusiasm, energy and good spirits contributed to the camaraderie of our gang.
I left the Gardens last year and what I miss most is working with that group of volunteers. Jim mentioned to me more than a few times that he looked forward to us working and joking together.
My thoughts are with you in your time of grief. I hope to see you at the celebration of Jim’s life.
Sincerely, Peter Rassenti
Pat: I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband Jim. May your memories comfort you. Take care of yourself. Janet
Dear Pat,
Sorry to see that Jim passed away. Hope you will remember the good memories to help you through this difficult time. If I can help, let me know.
Hugs,
Liliane
Dear Pat – I was devastated to hear about Jim and will miss him so much. I loved his humour and willingness to do anything and everything at Outerbridge. I went to him a couple of times to see if he could fix a gardening tool or something and he always had a positive answer and in no time the job was done. Having lost my own husband a few years ago, I have some idea what you are going through. But nonetheless it is a lonely journey. I know you have family and friends to support you but please remember that all your friends at Outerbridge are there for you too. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.
I hope you will be able to come down for coffee one Thursday morning. In the meantime, a big hug for you.
Jane
Pat,
I was so sorry to hear about Jim’s death. Of course I didn’t know him well, but he was always so friendly and happy whenever I saw him. I’m sure this is a difficult time for you, but please know that I’m thinking of you and would be happy to help you with anything that you might need.
Love,
Joanne from Garden Club
Dear Jims family,i worked with Jim for a few years at Glengarry.He was a friend,and a great co-worker.We had many laughs together.
Jim was a very kind person,and had a wonderful sense of humour.
I am deeply saddend,and want to express my condolences.
miss ya Jim Bo
Jim’s kind and helpful ways will be long remembered by his many friends and acquaintances. He is surely much missed and will be missed for a long time to come. You are in my thoughts at this time.
Dear Pat, my thoughts are with you at this very sad time. The picture of you both in the TC is really beautIful and one to cherish. May loving memories of your tIme together bring you some peace.
My sincere condolences to you. In friendship.
Lesley