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The obituary notice of John Michael OATES

Bishop's Cleeve | Published in: Gloucestershire Echo.

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John MichaelOATESDied peacefully and reluctantly on the 22nd February at the age of 87.

Much loved husband to Barbara for 63 years, father of James, David and Lesley and proud grandfather of Michael, Kathleen, Louis and Tillie. His insatiable curiosity, support and humour will be much missed.

A Celebration of his life is to be held at The Oak Chapel, Cheltenham Crematorium on Tuesday 18th March at 1pm. You are welcome to attend but please do not wear black.

No flowers please. Donations in memory of John will be shared between The Centre of Alternative Technology and Focus Cancer Support at Cheltenham Hospital and may be left in the retiring collection, or can be sent care of:

Alexander Burn Funeral Directors 22 Church Road, Bishop's Cleeve, Cheltenham, GL52 8LR. Tel. 01242 673300
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John was very supportive to me when I was lost my late dad x. I was recently trying to find out how he and Barbara x were. I kind of knew something was wrong when no replies. So I 🤔 thought try and find out another way. He'll be much missed. Sorry to hear about his passing. But at least I know. My condolences to his family. John was my cousin. A great person. Thankyou John and also that stay with you and Barbara shortly after my late dad's x passing. A great few days in Cheltenham first time I'd been a lovely place. Neil Wood.
Neil Frederick Wood
03/06/2026
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We only knew John for a couple of years but will always remember him as a kind and helpful man. He is sadly missed on his afternoon park strolls with Barbara and Bonnie by his neighbours and friends. RIP John.
Dean & Candy
17/03/2025
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Dean & Candy
17/03/2025
John was an amazing friend and neighbour to me for 25+ years in Wellington Square, he looked after me when I was very sick in 2017, I will never forget his kindness. I used to look forward to our annual leaf tidy up in December, John would organise everyone and Barbara would make mince pies and warm drinks for everyone, just one of the many happy memories
Debbi Kelly-Falk
11/03/2025
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Debbi Kelly-Falk
11/03/2025
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Enjoying a good chat at my 50th birthday party
Debbi Kelly
11/03/2025
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