In Memory

Ted Bates

Ted Bates

E.P. "Ted" Bates

E.P. "Ted" Bates, born Feb. 7, 1950, died April 8, 1995.  Ted has gone to be with the Lord with his short courageous battle with cancer.  He graduated with a B.S. degree from the University of Houston in 1972.  Ted's outstanding real estate career began in the mid 1970's, and later joined The Woodlands Custom New Homes in 1977.  In January, 1984, he purchased and established RE/MAX NORTH REALTORS as broker/owner.  Ted has received numerous honors and awards and was very instrumental in the successful growth of The Woodlands community.  He was involved in many civic and charity organizations and a member of many associations. His greatest joy was giving to others.  He leaves behind a loving family, many friends, and will be greatly missed by all.  Ted is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Deborah M. Bates; adoring daughter, Ashley Camille; mother and stepfather, Diane and James Thomason; brothers, Jim and Steve Bates, and sister-in-law, Janis Bates.  He was preceded in death by his father, Edgar P. Bates.  Friends may call after 12 noon Monday at Geo. H. Lewis & Sons at Champions, 3410 F.M. 1960 West, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 9 PM.  Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM Tuesday, April 11, 1995 at the First Baptist Church of The Woodlands, 11801 Grogans Mill Rd, with the Rev. Joe Wise officiating.  A private committal will follow.  Palbearers will be Tom Cox, Joe Hultman, Walter Jolley, Gary Pugh, Frank Raven, Lindy Smith, Mike Seder, and Elvis Stulting. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Children's Miracle Network.  Mail to Alicia Boling, c/o RE/MAX North, The Woodlands, Texas 77380