Donald Oakley Bates, 65, of Bethlehem died November 23,2025 in Easton Hospital Easton, PA.  Born July 6,1960 , in Trumbull, Ohio, he was a son of the late Oakley and Mary L (Wright) Bates, and stepmother Dolores Bates. He was employed by Home Depot in the plumbing department. Donald was an avid walker and enjoyed his trips to the Bethlehem Rose Gardens., and spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors: Daughter Breanna Bates of Bethlehem, PA ,  3 grandchildren Landon Cordon, Noah Cordon, Ameela Cruz. Siblings: Adam Bates, Robert Allison, Ruth Zalenski, Step siblings Sam Bates, Steve Bates, Kathy McGhee, Melody Thompson,.

Family and friends are invited to call Saturday December 13,2025 at the Boyko Funeral Home from 4:00 to 6;30 pm.