Rebecca Ann “Becky” Bates, 74, of Shell Knob, Mo., passed away Monday, November 4, 2024, at her home.

She was born March 28, 1950, in Vincennes, Ind., the daughter of Russell William and Edith Mae (Powers) Wilson, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death was her husband, Edward Bates; son, Johnny and sister, Sara.

Survivors include four sons, Dwight Bates, Sr. of Lampe, Mo., Bradley Bates of Shell Knob, Mo., Matt Bates of Shell Knob, Mo., and Norman Bates of Vigo County, Ind.; two sisters, Carol Pinkstaff of Vincennes, Ind. and Jenny Biggs of Fla.; 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

She grew up and attended school in Ind. She was employed by Morgan Packing Company in Ind., as a meat cutter for several years. She was of the Baptist faith.

Private services will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville.