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Diann Bates

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Diann Bates, 70, of Mayflower, Ark., passed away on Friday, Dec. 8, 2017. Born June 16, 1947, to the late Clifton and Frances Brown, Diann was faithfully devoted to her faith, her family, and her friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, her sister Alice Cochran, and her brother Carroll "Booger" Brown. Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 37 years, Cecil "Sam" Bates; her daughter Alasha Bates, son Anthony "Tony" Bates, four grandchildren, a host of family and anyone fortunate enough to call her friend. A visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2017, and a celebration of life service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2017, both at Griffin Leggett Conway, 1751 Dave Ward Dr., Conway, Ark., 72034. Burial will follow immediately at Pinecrest Memorial Park, Alexander, Ark. To express condolences and sign the online guestbook, visit www.griffinleggettconway.com.

Published December 10, 2017

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