BATES Frank William Passed away following a long illness at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on Thursday, August 14th, 2008 aged 75 years. Much loved brother of Wilf, Olive and Jean, brother in law of Don and Jack and sister in law Chris and beloved uncle and great uncle to all his Nephews and Nieces.Will be sadly missed by all his Family and Friends. Funeral service to take place at Worcester Crematorium on Tuesday, August 26th, 2008 at 11 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Acorns Children's Hospice, Worcester and The Stroke Association may be sent A V Band Funeral Directors. Published in paper 20/08/2008