Death of a retired Police Officer - Sgt 1291 Ernest William Bate

It is with regret that we announce the death of retired Sgt 1291 Ernest William Bate, who died on the 14th February aged 76 years.
Mr Bate retired from Wear & Tees Valley in 1989 following 25 years service. He had previously served at Macclesfield, Newton Aycliffe, Sedgefield and Wear Valley.
Mr Bate leaves a widow Mrs Mary Bate.
The church service will be taking place on Monday 28th February at 14.00p.m at St John's Church in Shildon this will then be followed by a private cremation service at Wear Valley in Shildon. After the church service refreshments will be available at Elm Road Club in Shildon.
The church service at St John's church is not private.
Family flowers only. Donations can be made to Macmillan Cancer Support.
Our thought are with the family at this sad time.