JoAnn Bates (nee Fratena), age 76, of Mentor on the Lake, passed away June 8th, 2026 at Hillcrest Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born December 3rd, 1949 in Painesville, Ohio to the late Michael and Martha Fratena.
JoAnn worked as a registered rehab nurse for over 40 years, retiring from Euclid Rehab Hospital.
JoAnn loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed her book club, birdwatching, and luncheons with her friends. She also loved her dog “Luigi”.
JoAnn was the loving mother of Jack (Patrice Auyong) Bates, and Michelle (Matt) Friel; beloved grandma “Nona” of Marco and Scarlett Auyong, Megan, Matthew, and Memphis Friel; dearest sister of Diane (Frank) Cook, and Mike (Ramonna) Fratena; aunt to many nieces and nephews.
The Bates family will receive family and friends from 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM Thursday, June 18th, 2026 at Jeff Monreal Funeral Home, 1000 Mentor Ave., Painesville. A funeral service will follow at 6:30 PM Thursday at the funeral home.
Donations can be made in JoAnn’s name to Rainbow Babies and Children’s University Hospital https://fundraise.uhgiving.org/fundraiser/7357129
