Wade Elmo Gates Jr.

Wade Elmo Gates Jr.

Wade Gates Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Nov. 12 to Nov. 13, 2010.
GATES, Wade Elmo Jr., 80, of Henrico, passed away November 10, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mildred "Mickey" C. Gates; two daughters, Linda Guinn and husband, Ed Guinn, Kathy Schomo and husband, Rick Schomo; four grandchildren, Callie Armstrong, Ashley Davis, Erica Sickles, Brent Schomo; two great-grandchildren, Joshua and Jenna Armstrong. Mr. Gates retired as manager from the Richmond Branch American Tobacco Company after 40 years of service and coached at Tuckahoe Little League for 25 years. He was a longtime member of Welborne United Methodist Church. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 13, at Welborne UMC at 11 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Welborne UMC, 920 Maybury Dr., Richmond, Va. 23229. Arrangements by Woody Funeral Home.



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November 15, 2010

We had you in our thoughts and prayers especially on Saturday and were so sorry we could not be there. Love to all, The Burtons

November 12, 2010

Thoughts and prayers for your entire Gates/Schomo family . . . let all the good memories light your way through these difficult days . . . Love, The Wilbergers

November 12, 2010

To Gates and Schomo Family, please know how sorry we were to hear about the passing of Elmo. We have the fondest memories of Elmo at Tuckahoe LL. He had such a passion for the game, and in helping the boys become better players and young men. You could see his love for his family every time you were around him. Our prayers are with you at this time. Love, Mike, Linda Sue and Patrick Carroll

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