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James David "Jim" BATES

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J Fraser and Sons

199 Esk St

Invercargill, Southland

James BATES Obituary

After a courageous battle due to a medical event, Jim passed away surrounded by his loving family, at Dunedin Hospital on Thursday, December 18, 2025. Aged 74 years. Dearly loved husband of Sandra. Cherished Dad and Grandad of Tony and Hinemaia; Nathan, Korina, Daryl and Carlos; Greg, Kylie, Liam and Adam. Much respected brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and a great friend to many.

"Always up for a yarn"

A service to celebrate Jim's life will be held at the Ascot Park Hotel, on Tuesday, December 23, at 1.30pm. Messages to 30 Waihopai Street, Rosedale, Invercargill 9810, or to Jim's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where livestream details are available.



Published by Southland Times from Dec. 20 to Dec. 22, 2025.

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Murray Lodge

December 24, 2025

So sorry to hear of Jim´s passing,a genuine good guy
with a real sense of humour,did a lot of business with Jim condolences to you all.
Kind regards
Murray lodge.

Julian andri

December 23, 2025

Sandra and family sorry to hear of your very sad loss of Jim Julian &Gay Andri Mandurah WA.

Joy Officer

December 22, 2025

Dear Sandra I am so sorry to read of Jim´s passing.
My thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad time.

Adrienne Maguire

December 21, 2025

My thoughts are with you all at this time. I worked with Jim through Bitumix and he was always so helpful.

Dot & Allan Roderique

December 21, 2025

Sandra & Family.
Our Thoughts & Deepest Sympathy, at the very sad passing of Jim.

John Hawkes

December 21, 2025

Sandra and family it is with great sorrow to hear of the passing of Jim . Who was a valued work colleague and friend I had the pleasure of known for 45 odd years. Unfortunately we cannot be with you on Tuesday to celebrate a life well lived.
John & Olive Hawkes

Trev Earley

December 20, 2025

So sad to hear of Jim's passing ,and will miss him stopping for a yarn .He has always been a guy with a great humor ,since I met him in the sixties. My deepest condolences to Sandra and family.

Kim Colvin

December 20, 2025

To Sandra and Family,
I'm sorry to see the passing of Jimmy , many a drink was had at Dawn and Lindsey's or a similar party held I witnessed growing up over the years. All my love to your family.
Kindest Regards
Kim Colvin and my late mum Pam Colvin ( nee Hewitt).

Greg McColl

December 20, 2025

Sorry to hear of Jims passing..I have memorys of Jim from the 60s..I spent a lot of time at Southern Transport yard in Anglem st in the early days(my dad drove there) and Jim was often there amongst the trucks...A truck fan from an early age....Go well mate keep on trucking....

Michael and Laura Dougherty

December 20, 2025

The loss of a dad will leave a hole in so many peoples lives. Please accept our deepest condolences
Michael and Laura Dougherty

Mervyn Wilson

December 20, 2025

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Merv & Dale Wilson. Oamaru

clive &Ann Blackmun

December 20, 2025

our deepest sympathy to you Sandra and your family with this loss of Jim
We have lots of fond memories of him and your self over many years
Clive& Ann Blackmun

Ian smith

December 20, 2025

Sorry that Jim is no longer with us. My sympathy and thoughts go out to the wider family. Had deep respect for - his honesty, his attention to detail and his friendly helpful personality. During my years as a landscaper I called on Jim's expertise numerous times because I knew he would deliver what I wanted and to a high standard.

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J Fraser and Sons

199 Esk St, Invercargill