Gary L. Bates Sr.
June 18, 1937 ~ April 5, 2026
Born in: Webster, South Dakota
Resided in: Miller, South Dakota
Served by: Reck Funeral Home - Miller
Gary Bates, Sr., 88, of Miller, passed away Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Highmore Health.
Memorial service will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 10, 2026, at the First United Methodist Church in Miller with Rev. Allison Galbreath and Roger Day officiating. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service.
Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Gary’s arrangements.
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Visitation: Friday, April 10, 2026 10:00 am
First United Methodist Church
610 East 4th Ave
Miller, South Dakota 57362
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Memorial Service: Friday, April 10, 2026 11:00 am
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Miller, South Dakota 57362
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Rest in peace oh the memories when
I saw you at Kessler’s and at Rexall
Oh the fun we had
Gary’s sense of humor, his smile, and his dedication to family and community is how I will remember him. Stories of him will become legend! He had a full life, he will be missed. RIP.
God’s blessings, Elaine Cary
He was a good guy, used to try to help me with my bowling, always took time to answer questions. Prayers to the family
Barb and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Gary was such a nice man, who truly cared about the community and the people in it. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Barb,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this time. He always had a positive outlook on life. He will be missed.
We are so sorry for your loss! Praying you will be blessed with many good memories!