He was a devoted member of Faith Memorial Baptist Church where he served as a deacon for many years.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 70 years, Charlene, his son Kenneth E. Oates Jr. and grandson Brian S. Schattenberg. He leaves behind his daughters Cathy Dix (George), Cindy Keller, and Carolyn Isaac (Nick), as well as ten grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will be officiated by Pastor Bob Anderson and will be held graveside on March 31, 2023 at 3:00 PM at Hardage-Giddens Riverside Memorial Park and Funeral Home (7242 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville,Fl 32205).
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hgriversidefuneralhome.com for the Oates Sr. family.
