BATES, Martha Nellie (nee Treverton) – Passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday, September 2nd, 2021 at the impressive age of 105 (born June 20th, 1916) . Daughter of the late Franklin and Ada Treverton. Pre-deceased by her beloved husband, Harry G. Bates (1983). Dear mother to William Franklin Bates (late Marina). Martha is survived by her sister, Hilda Denyes (late Garnet), and pre-deceased by her brother, Charles Treverton (late Hazel). She was loved and will be greatly missed by her grandchildren: Daralyn Bates (Rob), Lesley Joiner (Marc), Bruce Bates (Connie), Janeen Ferriss (Allan); and great-grandchildren: Eric, Isabelle, Thomas, Nolan, Lauren, Ava, Mia, Jack, and Nathan. Martha will be remembered for many things and was very special to many people. Her career as a Teacher started in a one-room school, but she retired as a Principal. She remembered all of her pupils, and many of them still ask about her. She always had a smile on her face and was known to many for her optimism. Aside from being a Teacher Extraordinaire, she was an Avid Gardener, a Bee Keeper, and a Maple Syrup Producer. Her love for farming and agriculture was expressed in many ways. The family will hold a private graveside service on Saturday, September 4th, 2021 at St. Paul’s Anglican Church Cemetery, Roslin. Donations to the St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Roslin or the Belleville General Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated. Special thanks to the Home Healthcare Staff who have assisted in Grandma’s care over the past few years. For online condolences, please visit www.rushnellfamilyservices.com
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Martha Nellie Bates Treverton Thursday September 2nd 2021..
Death notice for the town of: Belleville, Province: Ontario