William "Bill" Robert Bates, 79, of Hart, passed away Tuesday, June 6, 2023, in Muskegon. He was born April 26, 1944, in Hart, to William and Frances (Duemler) Bates.

William proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Era. He retired from Gray & Company and enjoyed fishing, playing bingo, spending time with family and friends, and was a fan of the Detroit Tigers.

William is survived by: his sister Pauline (George) Moulatsiotis; niece, Toni (Dave) Hamilton; nephew, Bill Moulatsiotis; great-nephew, George Cohen Moulatsiotis; and great-niece, Leah Hamilton.

William was preceded in death by: his sister, Dorothy Bills and brother-in-law, Robert Bills; and brother, Jim Bates.

Memorial services and military honors will be conducted at 11:00 AM, Saturday, June 24, 2023, at the Pentwater VFW, 8440 North Business 31, Pentwater, MI 49449.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com