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Dorothy M. Bates, 92, Library of Congress Retiree

Was a member of Lake Shore United Methodist Church

Posted Fri, Jul 22, 2011 at 12:33 pm ET|Updated Fri, Jul 22, 2011 at 12:35 pm ET

Dorothy M. Bates (nee Mathews), 92, a 10-year resident of Avon Lake, who retired in 1979 as a researcher for the Library of Congress, died July 20.

Friends may call from 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. services Saturday, July 23, at , 33119 Electric Blvd., Avon Lake, OH 44012, where Bates was a member.

Donations may be made to the Lake Shore church or to Community United Methodist Church, 1701 N. Bryan St., Arlington, VA 22201.

Read more about her life of government service on the .

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