Shirley Gene Bates
September 20, 1944 - January 10, 2021
Shirley Bates, 76 of McDonough, Georgia passed away January, 10 2021, she was born in East Point, Georgia to the late John Hester and Sallie Brown Hester on September 20, 1944. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents John Hester and Sallie Hester; her husband, Bobby Bates and son, Troy Butler. She is survived by her son, Roy Butler; her daughter Kim Slay (Doug); her brother, Eugene Hester (Patsy); her Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, Aunts, Uncles, Nieces and nephews. Shirley was a loving Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and Sister. She was very involved with her family and loved them with all of heart. She had a heart of gold and held a presence in any room she was in. A family graveside service will be held on Thursday January 14, 2021 at Hillcrest Cemetery in East Point, Georgia with Doug Slay officiating. Condolences may be expressed at www.mckoon.com. McKoon Funeral Home & Crematory | 770-253-4580
Shirley Bates, 76 of McDonough, Georgia passed away January, 10 2021, she was born in East Point, Georgia to the late John Hester and Sallie Brown Hester on September 20, 1944. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents John Hester and... View Obituary & Service Information