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Obituary For Hoss L. Bates
Hoss L. Bates, 55, a lifelong resident of Sierra County, passed away on April 27, 2023 in Las Cruces. He was born May 22, 1967 in Truth or Consequences, to Eugene H. Bates and Mary L. Boykin. Hoss was a true jack of all trades and a well-known face around town. He volunteered on the Caballo Fire Dept. for 27 years, worked with Willard Hall Auctions for the last 23 years, and was always willing to take on any handyman job he could. He truly enjoyed helping people in his community. When he wasn’t working, Hoss devoted his love and attention to animals. He loved animals of all kinds. He also enjoyed the rodeo and was an avid Dr. Pepper drinker. He was a member of the Moose Lodge and the Fraternal order of the Eagles. Hoss is survived by his mother, Mary L. Bates; siblings: Keith Bates (Becky), Spencer Bates, and Tudi Schwinn (James); nieces and nephews- Luke and Ethan Mauldin; a great niece and great nephew; as well as many friends around town. He was preceded in death by his father, Eugene H. Bates; and sister, Marsha Hornsey-Maxwell. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 10:00 A.M. at the Caballo Church with Brett Smith officiating. A potluck lunch will follow.
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Hoss, my cousin, we grew up together in the Summers of our youth. Many good times being kids. I'll miss you. Love you, your cousin, Kelly.
Hoss may you rest in peace cousin.
Rest easy our friend. Enjoy the auction in the sky. We will miss you dearly. The Bakers
Hoss, you will be missed. You were always a hard worker with everything that you did. Your honey was wonderful. Thank you for visiting for the time you spent here on this earth. Rest easy now, job well done.
Hoss you taught me a lot about the fire Department you sir were best couldn't ask for a better partner to fight fires with fest easy my friend
Go Rest High on the Mountain Hoss! You have been a hard worker, and was a great Help to your Dad...Tell your Dad, Marsha and the rest of the family hello, and we will meet again, someday..Love you! Your Aunt Serena
Rest in Peace Hoss...... Hoot and Ellen Houghtaling.
I will always remember dancing with hoss an the many bbq's,I will miss you until we meet again my brother love 💕 Tudi
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