Darius Bates

Just hearing about your passing Darius. I remember you from college. You were always so nice and warm! And your passion for learning was inspiring. Later in life, I was happy to see you growing in your potential and fulfilling your dreams. I'm truly heartbroken you're not on this earth anymore but please know your impact is still being felt.

Darius Bates ! Thank you for being my friend. Thank you for everything you've done for me at JSU and outside of campus. Thank you for being the big brother i never had in Jackson. I'll never forget the moments we shared. I'm heartbroken. I hope you've found Peace. Gutted you had to go so soon. I absolutely love you bro. Sisay !! Till we meet again my bro

We met in Lansing Michigan at my church. Your kind. Disposition caused many to gravitate to you We shared stories over dinner about the south an your college experience. You spoke highly of your parents and remaining humble about your accomplishments. Our last conversation over breakfast was very interesting, but before we departed God allowed me to pray for you. I never had the opportunity to speak to you again. I believe that God connected us together bro. For just a small moment in time so you could share and express yourself through a sincere heart. To be absent in this body, is to be present with the LORD. May God bless your love ones during this time of sorrow. Tim Lloyd former youth pastor and friend.

To the entire Bates Family, Glenn, and Darius's mother; we,the Price Family, give our deepest condolences to each of you. There are no words to express the sorrow that we feel over the loss of your son. May GOD continue to give each of you the strength and courage to get through this difficult time. Be encouraged and know that you are within our prayers. God bless and keep you in HIS care. Chester & Aquianetta Price and Family

May the winds of heaven blow softly and whisper in your ear how much we love and miss you and wish that you were here. Love Auntie Carlee Bates.

Darius you were a beautiful person inside and out, I'm so blessed that i was able to cross paths with you.. this is really hard for me to accept... you'll forever be in my heart. Rest peacefully! - Rae

Darius, I am so happy to have known you! You were so special. You filled every room with light. I pray you have found peace. Sending thoughts and prayers to your family. May they find peace and comfort. - Kesicia Dickinson

Darius, I am so happy to have known you! You were so special. You filled every room with light. I pray you have found peace. Sending thoughts and prayers to your family. May they find peace and comfort. - Kesicia Dickinson

Darius,

I am truly lost for words, so I will make this plain: I will never forget you or the times we shared. I am sad that you are no longer here with us, but glad you are finally at peace. I want you to know that you are forever embedded in my heart. Xoxo + .

-Kendra

To my cousin whom I never got to meet may you rest in peace and to my uncle glen may God give you the strength and peace to get you threw love u your niece trena bates

Darius, my heart aches for you... the struggles you must've fought silently. THIS IS UNIMAGINABLE!!! I will never forget you, young man. May you have finally found the peace you so desperately needed. - Valerie Jackson

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