Alan George Bates

Peacefully on Monday June 30, 2025, aged 81 years. Much loved husband of Edith for 58 years, dearly loved Dad and father-in-law of Tracy and Mike Regan, Kylie and Andrew Grimes, and Narumi Suzuki (Japan), dearly loved Grandad of Jessica and Vaughan, Jack, and Sam; Haley, and Danielle, loved brother of Gavin, and the late Norman. Messages for the Bates Family c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443.

“Always Remembered, Never Forgotten”

At Alan’s request a private family service has been held.

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