Mrs. Mildred Bates (née Young) of Lachute (previously of St-Philippe) on Wednesday May 20th 2015 in her 88th year. Beloved wife of the late Alvin Bates. Predeceased by her brothers and sisters. Dear mother of Brenda (Lewis Hand), Darrell (Sandra Young) and Colleen (Jamie McOuat). Also survived by six grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Desforges Funeral Home, 188 rue Principale, Grenville, QC (819) 242-2113. Funeral Service will be held Monday May 25th 2015 at 1 :00 PM in the Funeral Home Chapel. Burial in the St.Mary's Anglican Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online by visiting www.desforges.ca. Visitation Monday May 25th 2015 from 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Argenteuil Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.