Steven Anthony Bates, 73, of East Palatka, passed away on Thursday, January7, 2021 at Putnam Community Medical Center following an extended illness. He was a native of Jackson, OH and had lived in Putnam County since 1974. Steven served in the U S Army and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He had worked as a carpenter in residential construction and had also worked for Wishon Aluminum and Bear’s Aluminum. In his leisure time, Steven enjoyed reading, gardening, and traveling. He was also very scholarly and enjoyed history and geography.
He is preceded in death by his mother, June Kanouse and brother, Jack Bates.
He is survived by his son, Chris Bates (Erin) of Palatka, a daughter, Jennifer Ward (Lance) of Spring Hill, TN, brothers, Tim Kanouse (Annie) of Florahome, and Dennis Kanouse (Lydia) of Francis and 7 grandchildren, Alissa Ward, McKenzie Ward, Olivia Ward, Blaine Ward, Hadley Ward, Liam Bates and Evan Bates.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Palatka. No public visitation is scheduled.
Due to COVID-19 those in attendance are asked to wear face coverings and practice social distancing.
Memories and condolences may be expressed to the family at Steven’s Book of Memories page at www.johnsonoverturffunerals.com .
Arrangements are entrusted to Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka.