Thomas 'Tom' Alexander Bates (13 Mar 1995 - 7 Sep 2025)

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In loving memory of Thomas 'Tom' Alexander Bates who sadly passed away on 7th September 2025, aged 30 years.

Tom will be so deeply missed by dad Allan, Mum Theresa, sister Emma, family and many friends.

Family flowers only please. If desired, donations in Tom's memory for the 'British Heart Foundation' would be gratefully received and may be made online via this page. Alternatively, with Tom lovingly in your thoughts, please make a donation directly to a charity that has special meaning to you. Thank You.

All enquiries please to John Weir Directors, 130 - 132, High Street, Rainham, Kent. ME8 8AR. Telephone. 01634 373111.

Lesley Trutwein donated £20 in memory of Thomas

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God Bless YouTom-taken much too soon- lots of love to your lovely family- you will be so missed❤️ x

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John Paul donated £100 in memory of Thomas
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Christine Jackson donated £100 in memory of Thomas

Love and remember you forever Tom. We are heartbroken that you're gone. Sending lots of love and hugs to Terry, Allan, Emma, family and Tom's friends
We are all going to miss you so much Tom
Christine, Paul, Ryan and Charlie xxxxx

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To many great late night conversations and some amazing nights out! You will be forever missed by everyone that knew you Tom….                                              Rest in peace mate!

To many great late night conversations and some amazing nights out! You will be forever missed by everyone that knew you Tom…. Rest in peace mate!

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James Arnold donated £50 in memory of Thomas
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Joanna Weston donated £50 in memory of Thomas

Rest in peace Tom, so very sorry to lose you so young. Sending love from Joanna, Bob, Phoebe & Verity

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Colin Minto donated £20 in memory of Thomas
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Melanie Hafner donated £20 in memory of Thomas

Theresa,Alan & Emma our hearts go out to you. All our love Melanie & Peter

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Jane Parry donated £20 in memory of Thomas

Theresa, Allan, Emma and family, So sorry to hear the sad news remembering Tom from BLSC days such a polite, hardworking and nice guy . Our thoughts are with you all Love Jane, Rob, Matthew and Simon

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Amy Rutland donated £100 in memory of Thomas

Tom, you are sorely missed by all of us Mablin House. You were a wonderful neighbour and we wish we'd got to know you sooner. Thank you for all those hours painting the wall and steps. May you rest in peace and sending our deepest and heartfelt condolences.
From all of us at Mablin House xx

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  • Thank you Amy and to all of Tom's neighbours at Mablin House. He really felt a home there and loved living in Rochester. The Bates family.

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Mike Harris donated £50 in memory of Thomas
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Geku Automation Hudson donated £200 in memory of Thomas

Always in our thoughts Tom xx

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  • Thank you John and to all those at Geku Automation. The Bates family.

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You were everyone's friend Tom and are desperately missed by everyone at Geku Automation. You will never be far from our thoughts as the systems you designed and built will be with us for years to come.
Gone far too soon, but still with us everyday.

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  • Thank you for your kind comments. Tom was so pleased to be working for Geku Automation and loved being involved from the outset of a project to its final conclusion. It was a privilege to hear and see some of the projects he worked on. The Bates family.

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To the man who taught me that life's too short to be pairing socks. You will be deeply missed by all who knew you my friend. Rest in Peace Tom!

To the man who taught me that life's too short to be pairing socks. You will be deeply missed by all who knew you my friend. Rest in Peace Tom!

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  • Never such a true comment and typical Tom! He often spoke of you warmly Ben. What a lovely picture.

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Will be remembering those night outs and classes we had when we were young! ❤️ You’re a legend Tom

Will be remembering those night outs and classes we had when we were young! ❤️ You’re a legend Tom

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  • Thank you for your kind comments Tonay, from the Bates family.

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Jeanette Jeavans donated £100 in memory of Thomas

Mel, Jeanette, Lesley and Clive in loving memory of Tom xx

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  • Thank you to my cousins and their partners who have always been there for us in both good and the worst possible times. Thank you for your support. Allan, Theresa and Emma

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🖤♫ But we've had some times, I wouldn't trade for the world ♫ 🖤

🖤♫ But we've had some times, I wouldn't trade for the world ♫ 🖤

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  • Raena, what lovely pictures - thank you for sharing. I know that your and Kieran's friendship meant so much to Tom. Allan & Theresa

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  • Thanks for sharing Kieran. Typical Tom he never did clean that mud off his boots! Allan & Theresa

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♬ Wouldn't be who I'd be, Be who I'd be without you ♬ ❤ xxx

♬ Wouldn't be who I'd be, Be who I'd be without you ♬ ❤ xxx

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