Gary W. Bates Jr.

We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that your family is in our prayers.

I met Gary because I was playing rock lobster by the b52s and he approved, we bonded over our love of cats and since then I had the opportunity to see his kindness and warmth touch everyone who was lucky enough to know him.

My condolences to all the hearts Gary has touched, which were many. I’m going to miss his sweet crooked smile, and his love of my adopted pandemic cat on Facebook- Asking how she’s doing whenever I see him at Katie’s.

No words can express my deepest sympathy on Cousin Gary’s sudden passing. He will always be in our hearts and prayers. May he rest in peace.

I’ve been friends with Gary for many years now. He was my favorite Sunday night friend at Katie’s. It was there we bonded for years to come. Maybe kayak trips, camping in blydenburg, fire pits and boat rides. I can’t imagine not laughing and being goofy with him anymore. He was always a great friend to me and always listened to my stories. Sending love and healing light to all family and friends.

I’m still having a hard time believing it. Gary was loved by soo many! He touch the hearts of everyone he met. We miss him so much! Too soon. I’m so grateful to have had Gary in my life!

I am very sad to hear about the passing of my dear friend Gary. He was a sweet and gentle soul that touched so many lives. We would sit and talk for hours about music, or about nothing in particular. During the years when I lived in Florida, Gary always made it a point to come up to the bar and say hi when I was home visiting. He brought a smile to my face so many times when I was sad or upset and his friendship will be missed eternally. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and all that loved him at this difficult time.

I’ve known Gary since middle school and he was always the light of the party anytime I was down or depressed he always told me don’t worry about it that there was so much more to life and he got me out of a lot of dark days and I’ll forever be grateful for that rest in peace Gary you were one of a kind and you will truly be missed by many yeah we didn’t hang out the last 10 or 12 years but you will always be a friend in my book condolences to the family

I can’t believe it, we just talked. You’ll forever be in my heart. You are a wonderful guy and I will always hold our times and conversations tight to my heart ❤️ you were my first friend when I moved to LI. I’ll miss you so. Forever fly high my friend….RIP buddy

Im lost for words my beautiful cousin.Forever in our hearts..you will live…❤❤❤

So very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers 🙏🙏

This is not the end of life,
This is the beginning.
We shall all meet again where no tears will be shed .
Amen

I didn’t have the pleasure of meeting Gary but his parents Jeannette and Gary are very nice people. I heard alot of Gary.

I am so sorry and saddened. My condolences.

We have no words for you except for we are so so sorry for the loss-of your son , Gary.Praying for your family

Hi Gary I worked with your mom you came to my house to install shower heads may your soul RIP 🙏

The loss of Gary Jr. Is felt by many but no one knows how a mother and father feel. We have had too many to console. Our hearts go out to Jeanette and Gary. May God help you go on for those who love you and depend on you. May you and Brian and Valerie always keep Gary Jr. in your hearts and know that he will always be with you there.