Robert L. Bates

Robert L. Bates, 38, of El Dorado, passed away Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011. Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 27, at Lawson Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Old Union Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Directors. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 26, at Young's. www.youngsfuneralhome.com.