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Derrick O. Bates (December 29, 1968 – July 17, 2019)

Visitation:  Friday, July 26, 2019
Visitation Time: 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Visitation Location: Bethel Missionary Baptist Church
224 Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Tallahassee, FL

Service Date: Saturday, July 27, 2019
Service Time:  11:00 AM
Service Location: Bethel Missionary Baptist Church
224 Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Tallahassee, FL

Obituary:

Derrick O. Bates, 50, of Ocoee, departed this life on Wednesday, July 17, 2019. Derrick was born on December 29, 1968 in Tallahassee, FL to Rosa Whitaker and Charlie Bates. He was employed as a Real Estate Investor prior to his demise. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Derrick is survived by his beloved wife, Dwanette; daughter, Jordan Bates; father, Charlie Bates Sr; brothers, Charlie Bates, Jr., Vincent Bates, Vernon (Marva) Bates, Chad Bates, Joseph Bates; aunt, Lucinda Knight; and a host other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held on Friday, July 26, 2019 from 5-7PM at the church. A service of celebration will be held on Saturday, July 27, 2019, 11:00 AM at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 224 Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL with Rev. Dr. R.B. Holmes, Jr., officiating. Interment: Johnson Family Plot, Tallahassee, FL.

2 Comments

  • Charvette Adams Posted August 16, 2019 1:46 pm

    You were an amazing brother-in-law! I’m truly gonna miss talking trash with you! Fly High brother! I love you!

  • Angel Mitchell Ferguson Posted September 5, 2019 1:14 am

    I was saddened and shocked to learn of your passing. You took care of your three little sisters (Kerline, Lucrieta, and I) when we first arrived in Tallahassee. Thank you!! We won’t question God why but will keep the great memories in our hearts. May your family be comforted and kept safe in His arms.

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