Edwin Earl Bates, Sr. , 89, passed away November 9, 2016.
He was a retired carpenter and Union Representative for American Standard.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Bates, and son, Edwin “Butch” Bates, Jr.
Survived by his daughter, Debra A. Bates and 3 grandchildren, Rachel Turner McCarver (Richard), Bryan Bates and Cody Bates.
Funeral will be private. Visitation will be Monday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Owen Funeral Home 5317 Dixie Highway.