In Memory of

Gary

W.

Bates

Obituary for Gary W. Bates

Gary W. Bates, of Waco, passed away May 9, 2018 at the age of 58. Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, June 2, at Restland Cemetery in Gatesville.

He was born February 23, 1960 in Waco to Scotty and Marie Lander Bates. Gary graduated from Richfield HS and later attended UTA where he received a Bachelors Degree in History. Gary worked at Keith's Gun Shop and most recently at Office Depot in Waco.

Gary was a kind and gentle man, with a witty sense of humor. He had an interest and knowledge of politics and history, past and present. Gary loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter. He will be sadly missed by his many relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by numerous relatives.