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George Bates Jr. March 23, 1923 to May 19, 2011

The Issaquah Press of Issaquah, Washington

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Born to George and Ivy Bates in Pasco, he grew up in Everett. After serving in the U.S. Navy, he graduated from the University of Washington and was a longtime Boeing engineer and soccer referee.

Married to Kathleen (O'Brien) in 1958; father to George III (Michele) and Jon; grandfather to Forrest and Aiden; brother to Neal, John and Wallace.

Preceded in death by his daughter Ann Louise and brother Will-fred.

He would ask you to support your local youth soccer league or local food bank.

Private family services will be held.



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Original Publication Date: June 1, 2011



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