Andrew "Andy" Lynn Bates Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Andrew “Andy” Lynn Bates was born on December 11, 1983, in Rolla, Missouri to Richard and Eva Kay. He grew up in the Edgar Springs area. When he was younger, he had a special bond with his grandparents and was fond of the memories they made together. Andy was blessed with three children: Patience, Landon, and Trinity. He was a wonderful father and valued spending time with his babies. Andy was a hard-worker and enjoyed spending time outdoors. He worked in the woods logging and in his spare time, he liked to go camping and fishing. Andy was an avid motorcycle rider and rode many miles on the open road. He had a bigger than life personality and lived life to the fullest. Andy passed away on December 13, 2020 at the age of thirty-seven years. He leaves behind to cherish his memories, his father: Richard Bates and wife Mary of Licking, MO; mother: Eva Kay Miner of Licking, MO; children: Patience Keppel, Landon Bates, and Trinity Bates; step-sister: Ashley; special friends: Les and Jeannie Cook; as well as a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Preceding him in death, brother: Daniel Bates; grandparents: John and Faye Bates and Buck and Ruth Shaw; and best friend: Kory Bounds. Andy may be gone but will never be forgotten, he will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral Services for Andrew “Andy” Lynn Bates were held Friday, December 18, 2020 in the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel with Glenn Claxton officiating. Song selections played were “Amazing Grace” and “Precious Memories”. Serving as Pallbearers were Robbie Bounds, Stephen Sapaugh, Josh Bounds, Josh Wisdom, Tony Miller, and Les Cook. Burial was in the North Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Wilson Mortuary of Salem, Missouri. Memorial Contributions may be made in memory of Andrew “Andy” Lynn Bates and left at Wilson Mortuary. Online condolences may be entered at wilsonmortuary.com

Andrew "Andy" Lynn Bates

December 11, 1983 - December 13, 2020