I’m sad to report the passing today of Jim Bates (Platters81 on SS). Many of you will remember Jim as a fixture at Stafford and numerous venues of the 80s and 90s. Poor health kept him out of circulation in more recent years, but he never lost his love for the music, the soul scene and his great record collection.

When I know, I’ll post details of his funeral arrangements 

Very sad news, Jim was a wealth of knowledge. I had many a lovely chat with him.  He always had some very interesting records in his sale box.  Our sincere condolences to all family and friends, thank you for the memories Jim.  RIP

 

 

Hi Nickinstoke,

Thanks for the information on Jim 😞 Very Sad news .

Sad news seems to be daily/weekly  

Nice guy Jim, both in his company and online.

R.I.P. Jim

29 minutes ago, Nickinstoke said:

I’m sad to report the passing today of Jim Bates (Platters81 on SS). Many of you will remember Jim as a fixture at Stafford and numerous venues of the 80s and 90s. Poor health kept him out of circulation in more recent years, but he never lost his love for the music, the soul scene and his great record collection.

When I know, I’ll post details of his funeral arrangements 

thanks for letting us know, Jim was a long time member 2004+, always used to check his posts out, was a valued member

 

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RIP Jim

Really sorry to hear that Nick, and commiserations to you,  you and Jim go back a very along way.

Jim was one of life's true gentlemen and will be sadly missed.

Dave & Louise

This is really sad news, such a good lad x

This is really sad news, he was a lovely bloke, Rest in Peace Jim

RIP Jim.

Such sad news and fond memories of spending time together at different venues etc. over the years. Our thoughts are with Jim's family and Jim RIP.