John L. Bates, 22, died Monday, October 23rd at his home. He was the son of Kenneth and Patricia (Donovan) Bates of Whitman.
Born in Stoughton, raised in Whitman, a graduate of South Shore Vocational School in Hanover.
He was a self-employed Floor Installer.
John was much loved by his family and friends.
He is survived by his parents Kenneth and Patricia (Donovan) Bates of Whitman, his brother Patrick and his sister Allison, both of Whitman.
His funeral will be held Friday October 27th at 11:00 A.M. in the Blanchard Funeral Chapel, Plymouth Street (Route 58 at the Rotary Circle) Whitman, MA. Burial will be at a later date. Visiting hours Thursday October 26th 4:00- 8:00. Donations may be made in his name to the Children’s Hospital, 300 Longwood Ave., Boston, MA. 02115.