Mr. Freddy Bates, age 80, of Toccoa, passed away Monday, September 2, 2024, at his home.

He was born January 20, 1944 in Carlton GA.  Freddy was a heavy equipment operator most of his life, but could do most anything, and he took pride in his work.

Family members include his wife, Patricia Gulley; two daughters, Kristi Bates (Rusty Fitzpatrick), and Tina Bates of Lexington, GA; a son, Curtis (Jessica) Stamper of Kentucky; a stepdaughter, Apryl Holtzclaw; eight grandchildren, Kayla Marshall, Brittany Streetman, Brandon, Caleb, and Lillie Stamper, Conner and Gracie Holtzclaw, and Mercedes Mcdaniel; two great-grandchildren, Jayda Huff and Aayden Faust.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Bridgett Bates.

The family will receive friends at the mortuary from 10:00 AM until 10:45 AM Wednesday, September 4, 2024.

Graveside services will be held at eleven o'clock Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at Roselane Cemetery with the Rev. Bradley Collins officiating.

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers and sign the guestbook at www.whitlockmortuary.net

Whitlock Mortuary, Funerals and Cremations is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Freddy Bates.