Atlanta, Georgia
1974 - 2021
Christopher Wilson Ford CatesMay 12, 1974 - February 9, 2021Christopher Wilson Ford Cates, 46, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021.Born in Burke County, May 12, 1974, he was the son of James B. Cates and the late Georgia K. Cates. In addition to his mother, he was preceded...
Read MoreChris and I met through music in the early 2000s. Became friends immediately and created music until he left this world. Played 100s of shows together. I miss him every day. He will always be in my heart and I will play his music until it's my time to go. I should have written this when this tragedy happened. Love go the Cates family forever, Godspeed
John Kell
December 26, 2025 | Friend
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 18, 2021
My sincere condolences to the family. So happy to have met you and to hear you play live. May you rest in eternal peace.
Bernadette Moore
February 17, 2021
The music and memories will live on forever. Chris will always be one of "The Immortals" in my life story and I bet so many others feel the same about their journey with Chris. Peace be with all.
Daniel "Mike" Durham
February 16, 2021
