Janet Denise Bates
March 8, 1962 - June 11, 2019
Janet McInnis Bates of Mint Hill passed away June 11, 2019 at Presbyterian Hospital after a brief battle with cancer. Janet was born on March 8, 1962 in Pinehurst, NC to the late James McInnis and Linda Byrd McInnis. Mrs. Bates is survived by her loving husband Robert “Bobby” Bates, a son Matthew Watts of Mint Hill, a stepson Shane Bates and wife Kimber of North Myrtle Beach, step grandchildren, Lexie, Autumn and a fur baby Jack. Sisters Patti McInnis of Matthews, Karen McInnis of Concord, close friends Leanne and Tony Thrower, a host of nieces and newphews and extended family. In addition to her parents, Janet was preceded in death by her brothers James “Eugene” and Anthony McInnis. Janet was a kind-hearted person, always putting others first. Janet loved spending time with family more than anything. She enjoyed boating, fishing, riding with Bobby on the Harley, hunting, crossword puzzles, playing poker and scratch off lottery tickets. Bobby jokingly said Janet’s middle name should’ve been “scratch off.” Janet will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Janet McInnis Bates of Mint Hill passed away June 11, 2019 at Presbyterian Hospital after a brief battle with cancer. Janet was born on March 8, 1962 in Pinehurst, NC to the late James McInnis and Linda Byrd McInnis. Mrs. Bates is survived by... View Obituary & Service Information