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Bernard A Bates posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Many trips to and away from Nova Scotia in good weather and bad but always enjoyable
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Brenda Morrison posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
My condolences to Bernie and family. I grew up with Bernie and his family. Brenda Morrison
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Lynn Laide donated to HEART STROKE FOUNDATION ONTARIO
Sunday, May 7, 2023
In memory of my sister, Gail Bates
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Lynn Laide uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, May 7, 2023
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As children we travelled together with our parents, from Montreal (where you were born), to Halifax, Whitehorse, Vancouver, Edmonton, Shearwater, to
St. Avold in France and then to Dartmouth. We explored, climbed, swam and fought, like siblings do. We then went our separate ways to find careers and spouses and start our own families. We always connected by phone, had summer visits when we could organize them and above all, lots of love. I miss you, little sister, and I will love you always. - Lynn
Picture below is Gail with our baby sister Dawn on her knee.
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Frank Harwood posted a condolence
Friday, April 28, 2023
So very sorry to hear of your great loss Bernie. Such a sad, difficult time for you, and your family. Holding on to cherished memories, and the love , and support of family and friends will easy the pain. Thinking of you, and keeping you in our thoughts, and prayers.
Hope to see you soon back on the golf course.
Sincerely Frank Harwood
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Tammy McLeod -Casey lit a candle
Thursday, April 27, 2023
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Sending my sympathies for peace, love and warm memories. Gail was a kind, bright spark that always made you feel at ease with a welcome smile. She will be so missed. Take care of each other❤️
As Ever, Tammy McLeod-Casey
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Antonio Garcia Fernandez donated to HEART STROKE FOUNDATION ONTARIO
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Please extend our condolescenes to the entire family. This is a very difficult time for a family, but you are close knit, and I'm sure you are supporting each other. Your mum was a wonderful person, who left us way too soon.
Big love and hugs from both of us.
Phil and Antonio xx
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Leanne and Ross Smith pledged to donate to LIONS CLUBS CAMP KIRK FOUNDATION
Thursday, April 27, 2023
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Dawn Clarke posted a condolence
Thursday, April 27, 2023
It has been days and yet i still cannot find the words. I will miss your laugh. You had the best laugh. I will miss your presence. I wish i could have heard the sound of your voice lately but i will always remember it. My heart breaks for you Bernie, Tom, Darin, Colin and all of her Grandchildren. My third Mum, i will miss you.
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Donna Lynch posted a condolence
Thursday, April 27, 2023
To Bernie and Family: we are devastated by the loss of such a wonderful wife, mother and friend. We will cherish the memories of your visits to Cape Breton. We offer our sincere condolences. Love and prayers from Tom and Donna Lynch
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Cindy (Arlene) (Morres) Sergerie uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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Dearest Gail,
I have to thank you for your loving kindness and generous nature in being the one to keep in touch with me throughout the years. Making me feel connected to a distant family that I was never a part of… You reaching out, sharing with me my father’s and your families lives made me feel I was not forgotten. Being my step-sister with a real sense of family. I am so happy I found you, you will remain a cherished part of my life and memories. RIP
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Lorne MacKinnon posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Bernie and family:
Our sincerest condolences on the passing of your wife.
Lorne ( Charlottetown PEI) and Greg ( Sydney NS) MacKinnon…
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Shirley Williams posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Dear Bernie and family
I am very saddened by learn of your loss.
Gail was indeed a special lady and as I read the obituary she certainly was a devoted and caring person who will be greatly missed.
Please except my sincere condolences at this very difficult time
With love and prayers
Shirley
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Lynda Mannas posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Dear Gail,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of your passing. Even though we were separated by provinces, we were always connected by blood. I am at a loss for words. Rest in peace cousin.
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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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Carrie Ann Maloney posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Words cannot express the shock of loosing you,
AUNT GAIL I wanted to share a special THANK YOU.............
to you (and Bernie, of course) when you would bring the boys home to Cape Breton. Memories that were made making my cousins best friends, and still, to this DAY, APRIL 23, 2023, when that cousin connection was made with tears of your passing.
I BELIEVE, ALL BATES' are welcoming you to Heaven' Highest Hill, with open arms, as you watch over all of us continuing to make memories.
LOVE Carrie Ann (BATES) Maloney
(Troy, Jamie, Austin & Sam)
Rest In Peace xo
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Julie LeLievre posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
My sister in law, my friend. Always honest and sincere and a strong advocate for environmental concerns, a passion we both shared. She was always so proud and supportive to her 3 sons and grandchildren and a loving and supportive wife to my brother Bernie. She was part of what our family affectionately called the "out-laws" who often shared stories of being married to one of us Bates'! We will miss you. Rest in peace my dear sister.
Love Julie & Terry
