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CATES, Ella May age 97 of Beavercreek, passed away Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at her daughter's home in Beavercreek, Ohio. She was born in Fayette County, Ohio in 1914 to Fred and Rosetta (Luttrell) Zimmerman, who preceded her in death. She is also preceded in death by a daughter, Diane Scott, a granddaughter, Diana Duteil-Haltunnen and a great granddaughter, Ashley Marie. She is survived by her husband of nearly sixty years, Anse Cates, a daughter Dolores Frederick and husband Philip of Beavercreek, Daughter Patricia Gail Click and husband Mickey of Centerville, sons: Don Scott and wife Larisa of NY, Kenny Cates and wife Sylvia of Sugarcreek Twp., Henry Cates and Marianne of Yellow Springs and Anse Cates and wife Judy of Fl. She is also survived by a sister-in-law, Isabelle Combs of Hamilton and many devoted grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cherished friends across the country. She was a devoted member of the Christian Biblical Church of God. She retired from Monsanto Chemical lab in 1964 and spent the next forty six years in her girlhood area of Fayette County. The family will receive friends on Friday at 11:00 a.m., November 25, 2011 at the church founded by her great-grandfather, Center United Methodist Church, 7850 Allen Rd, Washington Court House, Ohio (near Rt. 35 & I-71). Celebration services will follow at the church at 12 Noon. Interment will be in Plymouth Cemetery near Milledgeville. Floral tributes are welcomed as are contributions to either the Diana Duteil Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Greene Giving, 25 Greene St. Xenia, Ohio 45385 or Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Avenue, Dayton, Ohio 45420 in Ella May's memory. Arrangements are in the care of TOBIAS FUNERAL HOME - Beavercreek Chapel. Condolences for the family can be made at www.tobiasfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Helen Frederick
November 30, 2011
Ella May was such a straight forward kind of lady. Much love and no nonsense. She will be missed by family and friends every day. What a blessing she was to all who had the honor to knew her.
Sharon Raflik
November 25, 2011
Dear Dolores, Phillip and family,
I am sorry to read of the loss of your Mother. No matter the age, we are never really prepared to lose our loved ones. You have our sincere sympathy, Sharon & Jerry Raflik
Gail and Mickey Click
November 25, 2011
We are sorry that we cannot be with you today. We pray that God's peace and comfort be with you during this loss.
November 20, 2011
anonymous
Sheila & Tom Sears
November 20, 2011
Mrs.Cates was a wonderful and sweet lady.As is Mr.Cates.We all think the world of the whole family.Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.If you need anything please let us know.God Bless you all!I am sure shes In heaven catching up with Mom(Nellie). our love and prayers to you all.
frances coder (sears)
November 19, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Frances Horney(Sears)
November 19, 2011
I am Nellie &Albert Sears Grand-daughter.Tom & Sheila Sears' daughter.she was a vey kind sweet lady .I remember going with mom and granny to feed the chickens she had alot,She will Be missed.I am so sorry for your loss! my heart goes out to all of you!!!!! Hope to be at Center Church Sunday! GOD WILLING!
November 18, 2011
Ella May was a good friend for many years. She loved sharing her home with her friends for dinners, get togethers and their famous Corn Boil every summer. Ella May was a delightful lady and will be missed.
Ken and Sandy DeVilbiss (New Lebanon, Ohio)
November 18, 2011
Dolly, Philip & extended family, Yvonne & I offer our sincere sympathy and condolences on your loss. Robert & Yvonne Stewart
November 18, 2011
Dear Anse and Family
The loss of a Loved One is one of the sad times in our lives. The Memories of what a fine Wife,Mother and Friend which all Loved her kindness, love of life, serving and helping others and setting an example to all by serving her God by example. May God send his Love,Strength, and Holy Spirit to all. Memories, especially wonderful ones will help now and everyday. Sorry for your loss and May God Bless.
David Hemsley
Phyllis Daniel
November 16, 2011
Ella May played a big role in my life over quite a number of years. Along with her husband Anse, she helped in different kinds of ways making some difficult times quite a bit easier. It was always a joy to talk to her, even when the subject was not so joyful. She had a way of lightening a heavy load and was indeed, a blessing in my life. I thank God for the love and concern she had for others which she demonstrated again and again.
Steven & Patty Wyke
November 16, 2011
Ella May is a most beautiful person, inside, as well as on the outside. She is a blessing to many and will be missed very much. May we continue in her spirit as we attempt to make this world a better place in which to live. She longed for that beautiful age of redemption and was willing to work toward the same her entire life. Her example was most inspiring to all of us. We shall truly miss such a beautiful lady and sister of faith.
November 16, 2011
Even though I had not known Ella May for a long time....she has touched my heart in a way that I will never forget...I will miss her and will cherish my memories of all the fellowship meals that we did share after services...I pray that I live my life and leave a legacy like she did...one of a deep faith and endless love for all who came in contact with her...and I pray for Ance and all the family that they will be comforted by all the memories and the blessings that EllaMay brought to us all....In deep love....Diane McCullough...Sidney, Ohio
Flo Thompson
November 15, 2011
I will always miss Ella May. She was a special light in a much darker world. Having lost my mother in my 30's, I was honored that Ella May allowed me to "adopt" her as my second mom. I will always remember her wonderful giggle.
Deepest sympathy to all the family.
Mary Hicks
November 15, 2011
I am very sorry for the loss of Ellamay. She will be missed by all.
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