In Celebration of

Constance "Connie" Ann Bates

December 9, 1930 - January 26, 2020

Passed peacefully at the Trillium Health Partners, Queensway in Mississauga on Sunday, January 26, 2020, at the age of 89. She was a devoted, beloved wife of John (who predeceased her in 2017) for 62 years and loving mother of Karen, Michael (Barbara) and Susan. Beloved Nana to Samantha (Dima), Jason, Dylan, Austin and Lauren. Connie adored and continually talked about her grandchildren any chance she got. Connie is survived by her brother Robert Wilkie. Connie supported her husband through his many endeavours including MADD Canada (PRIDE) and was awarded the Citizen of Distinction in 2001 and the Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee Medal in 2002. The family spent many memorable summers at the family cottage on Pigeon Lake and loved to downhill ski.

The family will receive friends at Turner & Porter Butler Chapel, 4933 Dundas Street West, Etobicoke, on Wednesday, February 5th between 7 and 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at St. James United Church, 400 Burnhamthorpe Road, on Thursday, February 6th at 2:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to arrive alive DRIVE SOBER, St. James United Church or a charity of your choice.

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Nancy Mizzau (Family)

Entered January 29, 2020 from British Columbia

I am so sad that Connie (mom) has passed. I loved her very much over the many years I was part of the family. She was a second mother to me and I will miss her smile and warm heart. She and John are together again, which is where she belongs. Love you all, Nancy.

Natalie Quinton (Friend to Susan and Lauren)

Entered January 29, 2020 from Etobicoke

We are all so sorry for your loss. May all the wonderful memories of fun times shared help you through this painful period. You mom always had such a lovely smile whenever I saw her.

Ranjeev Sethi (Friend)

Entered January 29, 2020 from Burlington

Our deepest condolences to the Bates family.

Felicity Ingall- Guest (Family friend)

Entered January 30, 2020 from Mississauga

Thinking of you Sam and Jason. So sorry for your loss. Felicity

Les Daniels (Friend)

Entered February 5, 2020

My Condolences to the Bates Family. I had known Connie for a short time through her daughter Susan. Connie was always happy and smiling and very kind. I will always miss her beautiful spirit.

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