Donald L Bates
1942-09-22 2011-05-10Bates, Donald L. age 68, of Eagan. Preceded in death by parents, Kenneth and Marge. Survived by daughters, Kiirstin Bates, Karen Erikson (John) and Kendra Baxter (David); grandchildren, Vanessa, Matthew, Jack, Zerfe, Megan and Asher; sister, Sharon Korstad (Bob); girlfriend, Cheryl Prohofsky; other relatives and many friends. Memorial service 11:00 am Tuesday at Lutheran Church of the Reformation, 2544 Highway 100 South, St. Louis Park. Friends may visit the family beginning at 10:00 am at the church. Memorials preferred to donors choice. Gearty-Delmore 763-537-4511
Published in Star Tribune from May 13 to May 15, 2011
Donnie came to the 17.3 year reunion in 1978. It was good to see him because his presence was a nice surprise for me. I don't think he would have come to a more organized event.
tribute by David PerlmanDon was a good friend an important part of our neighborhood gang. We got into so much trouble together. It was some of the best times of our lives. You are missed.
tribute by Mike RoseA very good friend. Fun to be with, a little bit, wild and good heart.
tribute by Mike SmithHow can a end come so soon? I will miss my best friend.
tribute by Mark Brothen