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Brian Keith Bates

02/03/1969 - 04/05/2021

Obituary For Brian Keith Bates

Mr. Brian Keith Bates, 52, departed this life on Monday, April 5, 2021.

Homegoing service will be held at Antioch Baptist Church, 1415 Holloway St., Rev. Dr. Michael D. Page. Pastor, on Monday, April 12, 2021 at 11:00 am., visitation at 10:00 am.

Send flowers to 4800 University Dr., Apt 29E, Durham, NC. 27707. Flowers will not be accepted on behalf of the family at Holloway Memorial Funeral Home.

Masks are to be worn and social distancing required at all meetings, visits and services. All acts of kindness are appreciated during this difficult time.


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I know he was a kind men that took care of his children and mother I just wanna ask God to bring him back

Diane Cox Sending prayers and my sincere condolences to the family. Met Brian at Duke as part of the Pyxis Team and he was always very conscientious, friendly and willing make sure we had what we needed for our patients. May his precious memories give the family strength during this difficult time.

I met Brian when I first moved to NC in 2009 and worked with him at Pyxis. He was kind, funny, caring and always went above and beyond what was needed to help me and our Pyxis team. I considered him more of a friend than a coworker, and we had great laughs together. His kindness towards everyone was real and genuine and will be missed greatly. I know his Mom's passing was hard for him since they were close, and I am so glad that he gets to see her again in heaven now! Rest in peace, Brian, and my condolences to his family and friends. Sincerely, John Wojciak

We all loved Brian Bates! Sleep well my friend. We will see you on the other side

My Godfather, I love you dearly. 31 years, you took care of me as your own and I can never thank you enough. I hope you know how much I appreciate and loved you. 💔

My sincere condolences to all who knew this kind and wonderful man. I had the pleasure of working together with Brian at Pyxis. He was always caring and showed concern for me. I'm grateful for having him for a friend. I will miss him. May he rest in heavenly peace.

I had the privilege of working with Brian at Pyxis for the past 13 years. He was always a gentlemen and caring for his co-workers and customers. Brian did share with me how important his family was. He will be truly missed and I send my condolences to the family.

Sending my deepest condolences to the Bates Family. I've known Brian for over 20 years and he was the kindest man I know. He loved his family and was so proud to be a Grandpa!!! Rest In Peace Brian Keith!! Nancy Mason and Veronica Brooks

I met Brian close to 20 years ago. We worked together at Pyxis on a daily basis for at least 12 of those years. He was a great friend, and a wonderful person. He never met a stranger. He was kind to everyone. There are so few people who pass through this world that when you speak of them no one ever has a bad thing to say about them. Brian was one of those rare people. Everyone who met him liked him, and those who knew him well loved him. Rest in Peace my friend. I know you are in Heaven with your Mom, and that brings a little comfort at this time. My Condolences to the Bates family. You are in my prayers.

Brian Bates came into my life as an Angel of mercy one day at my tender age of 22 I was getting a off the bus struggling with my 5month old (Melanie Maxwell)had to drop her off at daycare and get to work, Brian offered me a ride, we became the best of friends and then his mother Priscilla became my babysitter, I will never ever forget his act of kindness towards me and my baby,I asked Brian to become her Godfather and I will never forget how Brian, Priscilla like grandmother took care of my baby as their own. My deepest Ed condolences to all of us who are grieving over this great loss Rest in heaven Batesman! PRISCILLA is waiting to receive you ❤️🙏🏾

my condolences to the Bates Family..Lost my son 5 months ago,And Brian My son were the best of Buddies..He loved Brian and so did I..ms. Diane Bullock!!!!! RIP BRIAN!!!

Please accept my condolences and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

My condolences to the Bates family from Brian's neighbors Delisa Brown and Denise Simpson

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Holloway Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. | Durham, NC

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