Hebron: Letitia “Tish” M. Bates, 74, passed away peacefully after a long illness on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury. Letitia was born in Salisbury on September 23, 1943. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, one daughter, one granddaughter, two grandsons, and one great-granddaughter, and one great-grandson. She is preceded in death by one son. Graveside services at Hebron Cemetery will be held Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 2:00 PM. Rev. Ernie Bailey will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wicomico County Humane Society, 5130 Citation Drive, Salisbury, MD 21804. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.boundsfuneralhome.com.