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William Bates
Jan 26, 1928 — Sep 24, 2013
William H. Bates, 85, of Erhard, died Tuesday, September 24, 2013, at the Broen Home in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
He was born January 26, 1928, in Moorhead, Minnesota, the son of James and Florence (Chatwood) Bates.
He was the longtime owner of Fargo Bumper Exchange and continued to be employed there for many years after selling his interest in the company.
Family services will be held at a later date.
Olson Funeral Home in Fergus Falls is in charge of arrangements.
He was born January 26, 1928, in Moorhead, Minnesota, the son of James and Florence (Chatwood) Bates.
He was the longtime owner of Fargo Bumper Exchange and continued to be employed there for many years after selling his interest in the company.
Family services will be held at a later date.
Olson Funeral Home in Fergus Falls is in charge of arrangements.
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