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BATES, James David “Jim”

BATES, James David “Jim”

Died: 18th December 2025

Service: 23rd December 2025

After a courageous battle due to a medical event, Jim passed away surrounded by his loving family, at Dunedin Hospital on Thursday 18th December 2025.


Aged 74 years.


Dearly loved husband of Sandra.


Cherished Dad and Grandad of Tony and Hinemaia; Nathan, Korina, Daryl and Carlos; Greg, Kylie, Liam and Adam.


Much respected brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and a great friend to many.


“Always up for a yarn”


A service to celebrate Jim’s life will be held at the Ascot Park Hotel, on Tuesday 23rd December, at 1.30pm.


Messages to 30 Waihopai Street, Rosedale, Invercargill 9810, or to Jim’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where livestream details are available.

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