Darrell Duane Bates, 50, of Sweet Home, died January 5th at his home. He was born to Lester and Zelma (Cagle) Bates.

Darrell grew up in Ukiah, California. He came to Oregon in his 20’s, settling in the Rogue River/Grants Pass area. He spent a short time in Tacoma and moved to Sweet Home three years ago.

Darrell painted cars and did body work for Floyd’s Body Shop. He enjoyed time with friends and family and was well loved.

Darrell is survived by sister: Robbie and husband Harland Deathridge of Ripon, CA; two brothers: Earl and wife Rita Bates of Sacramento, CA and Paul and wife Oleta Bates of Ukiah, CA; uncle: Roy Bates; and many friends and cousins.

Due to the weather, the family has decided to change the service for Darrell D. Bates. It will be at 2:00 pm Saturday, January 20th, at the American Legion Hall, 1127 Long St., Sweet Home. Sweet Home Funeral Chapel will be handling the arrangements.