Jordi Bates has missed his wife Jennifer every day since her death, but he's learning to cope

Jim Kellar
October 15 2017 - 4:30pm
Memories: Jordi Bates at Shepherds Hill, where he married Jennifer Bates.
Picture: Simone De Peak
Memories: Jordi Bates at Shepherds Hill, where he married Jennifer Bates. Picture: Simone De Peak

Led Zeppelin is blaring through the speakers over the clatter of cups and dishes being gathered for washing. It’s late on a Friday afternoon at Bank Corner Cafe in Newcastle West and staff are hustling to finish the work day.

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Jim Kellar

Jim Kellar

Weekender Editor

Jim Kellar writes about culture, art, food and music. He's been a journalist at the Newcastle Herald since 1997. jkellar@newcastleherald.com.au

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