Barbara Elaine Spates, 51 of Elgin, died May 24, 2008 at Swedish American Covenant Hospital, Rockford. The daughter of Jimmy and Josie Lee (Johnson) Spates, she was born March 23, 1957 in Elgin.
Well loved by all, she was a free spirit and loved life. She will be missed by her 14 beloved grandchildren.
Barbara is preceded in death by her grandparents, parents, and one sister, Gallilee (Gallie) Spates.
She is survived by five children, Tyrone Lindsey (stepson) of Elgin, Sikarr Spates of Elgin, IL., Shatairen Spates of Palatine, Saryea Lindsey of Rockford, Shamarri Lindsey of Palatine; three brother, Jimmy Spates, Jr. of Aurora, Ricky Spates of Elgin, Dennis Johnson of Elgin; two sisters, Gearldine Fitzpatrick of Elgin, Lanitta (Darron) Simmons of Rockford; 14 grandchildren. A host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Visitation will be held Saturday, May 31, 2008 from 1:00 PM until the time of service at 3:00 PM at the Living Gospel Church, Elgin, with Elder Leonard Spates, Jr., officiating. O’Connor – Leetz Funeral Home, Elgin in charge of arrangements. Burial will be private .
For more information at to leave a condolence, please call (847) 741-1400.
05-28-2008, 01:33 PM
dorothy turner
you will be missed
i remember the days where you was there when i had a problem and needed someone to talk my family sends out our thoughts and prayer to your children and family
05-30-2008, 01:02 AM
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Look up and God will look down
I am praying for your family I just want to encourage you to look to God for your strength . I know it is hard right now but with God you can make it. I lost my mother not too long ago and the only thing that helps me through the day is constant prayer and my faith in God. Be encouraged just lean and depend on Jesus he is there for you.
Love
Sandra (Graves )Brooks & Family
05-30-2008, 12:47 PM
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My heartfelt condolences go out to all of you at this difficult time. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Nakenna Womack, Atlanta GA
06-09-2008, 02:27 PM
Remembering a Loved One…
Be Encouraged
I just want to give encourgement to Barbara Laine’s family. Losing a loved one is not easy for anyone.God makes no mistakes and the Circle of Life must be completed. Lean on Jesus and the promises of His Word. He is there for you if you just reach out your hand…He will lead you through any and every thing. I know for myself that “God is” the answer. Having lost my mother in February 2008…I know that Prayer will sustain you and it is the only thing that has helped our family through Mother’s passing. Keep Barbara Laine’s memory in your hearts. You will see her again. My love and sympathy to the family.
Kathy J Smith-Gleghorn
Rockford, IL