Gary A. Bates Jr.
February 15, 1965 ~ July 1, 2026
Born in: Miller, South Dakota
Resided in: Huron , South Dakota
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Gary Bates, Jr., 61, of Miller, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at the Huron Regional Medical Center in Huron.
Memorial service will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 10, 2026, at the First United Methodist Church, Miller, with Rev. Allison Galbreath officiating. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service.
Gary was born on February 15, 1965, in Miller, South Dakota, to Gary, Sr. and Barb (Hanks) Bates. He attended school in Miller and graduated from Miller High School in 1983. Throughout his life, Gary worked in a variety of occupations, including construction, Coral Lanes, and a local hardware store.
In his free time, Gary enjoyed golfing, bowling, fishing, and hunting pheasants and grouse. He will be remembered for his love of the outdoors and the many friendships he made throughout his life.
Gary is survived by his daughter, Megan (Jason) Weber; grandchildren: Kingston, Kiya, and Sophia; mom, Barb; sister, Bridgett (Charles) Augspurger and their five children: Austin (Amanda), Andrew, Jack (Brooke), Nelson (Molly), and Grant; brother, Jamie (Autumn) and their three children: Elise, Cruz, and Max; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father, Gary, Sr., on April 5, 2026.
Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Gary’s arrangements.
Services
Visitation: Friday, July 10, 2026 1:00 pm
First United Methodist Church
610 East 4th Ave
Miller, South Dakota 57362
Memorial Service: Friday, July 10, 2026 2:00 pm
First United Methodist Church
610 East 4th Ave
Miller, South Dakota 57362
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Barb & family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I’m praying for comfort and strength for all of you.
You are all in my prayers during this difficult time. I have so many great memories of Gary from our time together bowling, golfing, and maybe a few shenanigans. I will miss him.
Bill
We are so very sorry for this loss. Thoughts and prayers for all of you.
Tyann
So very sorry to hear this. Prayers to you all.
May god comfort you in this time of sorrow.
So sorry for your loss.
Our Deepest Sympathy to you all.
Dr. Dick and Kathy Splichal
Our deepest condolences to all of the Bates family. Gary was a good man and will be missed by all who knew him. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless!