Howard James Bates, Jr.

Service

Friday, January 26, 2007

Allen Temple AME Church, 7080 Reading Road, Cincinnati 45237 with Rev. Dr. Mark Thompson, Pastor/Officiating

Interment: Crown Hill Memorial Park

Howard James Bates Jr was born on October 7, 1983 to loving parents, Howard James Sr. and Eugenia Bates.  From the beginning a special bond was created with his big brothers, Antwane.  Even with their age differences, Jaime and Antwane were more than brothers, they were best friends.

Jaime's role in life was shaped at his birth as he was born in the middle of two girl cousins on each side of the family.  He proudly became the protector o them  and all the cousins to follow.  Jaime or Jay as many called him was a private young man.  he only shared his real personality with his closest relationships.  He was very intelligent, loyal, and always "Kept it real."  Like his Daddy, Jaime had a witty sense of humor that could relax any sistuation.

Jaime had a passion for martial arts.  He created a close bond with his cousins as they obtained black belt status under the instruction of his uncle, Master Mike.

His spirtual foundation began in Allen Temple AME Church.  He was on the usher board and attended Sunday School.  His parents, brother, and family were always there to guide and support him.  Although Jaime's journey through life had some bumps, he faced every situation directly.  His strength was evident each time he said "it is what it is".  Jaime departed this life on Sunday, January 21, 2007.

His loving grandmother, Flora Mae Hill preceded him in death.

He leaves many to cherish his memory: his loving parents, James and Gina; brother, Antwane; daughter, Dasani; grandparents, Edgar Hill and Howard and Lovie Bates; uncles, Leo Cochran, Steve Cochran, Harold (Sally) Hughes, Richard (Carolyn) Bates, Stanley Bates, Tony (Maria) Batees and Lynell Bates; aunts, Wanda (Michael) Jones, Regina (Robert) Mitchell, Patricia (Eugene) Woods, Cynthia Turnbow, Geraldine (Carl) Coleman, Tracy Bates; 25 first cousins, 15 great-aunts and uncles; a host of of other cousins and friends.