Anna Bates, Easton; and Shidera Bates, New Jersey; and two adopted sons, Frederick Bates, Reading; and Robert Bates, Easton. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

EASTON — Brian Howard Bates, 38, of Easton, MD, died on Monday, October 12, 2015 at his home in Easton. He was the son of Richard Earl Bates and Beverly Ann Heinz Bates. Services will be private.