Evelyn M. Bates, 79, of Delray Beach, FL and formerly of Leominster, MA passed away on February 16, 2012. She is survived by her daughters & son-in-laws, Linda Bates & Gary Shusas of Delray Beach, Donna & Michael Chalifoux of Gardner, MA; grandson, Jason Loper of Royal Palm Beach; granddaughter, Angela Loper of Royal Palm Beach; 2 great grandchildren, Alyssah Spofford and Jameson Loper. Friends may call on Saturday, February 18, 2012 from 10AM to 11AM with an 11:00 memorial service at the LORNE & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 745 NE 6th Ave. (N. Fed. Hwy.) Delray Beach. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. www.stjude.org