Joshua E. Bates

Joshua Eric Bates, 34, of Charlestown, NH, died unexpectedly on Monday, July 23, 2018 in Springfield, VT. He was born in Hanover, NH on July 19, 1984, the son of Arthur S. and Tamra L. (Snide) Bates. Joshua graduated with his high school diploma in 2003. Joshua worked in maintenance for 100 River Street, LLC in Springfield, VT the past two years. Previously, he was a painter in the area for several years. Joshua had a passion for BMX bikes and riding and loved Mustangs. He also enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family.

Besides his parents, with whom he lived in Charlestown, NH, he leaves two daughters, Kristin and Kyleigh Bates of Somersworth, NH; his sister, Christina Bates of Claremont, NH; his maternal grandparents, Edward Snide of Guilford, Maine and Katherine Gault of Lake Alfred, Florida; his paternal grandmother, Jean Bates of Charlestown, NH; and aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Arthur W. Bates.

At Joshua’s request, no services are planned. Donations in Joshua’s memory may be made to a charity of ones choice.

Joshua may be gone but will never be forgotten. Love, Dad, Mom, Christina, family and friends.

Davis Memorial Chapel of Springfield is assisting the family with arrangements.

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