Randall Gates Obituary

Randy Gates Passed away in his home Sept 13th, at the age of 59, surrounded by his family. He was born in Bellingham, WA to Cyrus and Frances Gates. He is survived by his mother Frances Gates, two sisters Sandy Dyvig, and Laurie Rice, two sons and daughters-in-law Cyrus Gates (Brittney Gates), Brandon Gates (Lindsay Gates), and three granddaughters Kira, Klohe, and Karley. A memorial will be held at Jerns Funeral chapel 9/23/2017, in order to celebrate Randy's life. He was a man loved and respected by all who knew him.

Published by Bellingham Herald on Sep. 20, 2017.
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We are so sorry Cyrus and Brittany, and of course all of Cyrus's family. We will keep you all in our prayers. Grandpa and Grandma

September 22, 2017

I worked with Randy years ago and am so sorry to hear of his passing. He had a kind and gentle soul. A truly good man!

Karolyn

September 21, 2017

Memorial is 12pm Sept 23rd, 2017 at Jerns Funeral Chapel in Bellingham WA. Thank you.

Lindsay Gates

September 21, 2017

You are loved and will be missed greatly! I can see you gold panning for eternity and laughing at all your gold you found! Love you lots, little brother!

Sandy Dyvig

September 20, 2017

You are forever loved, and always in our hearts.

Lindsay Gates

September 20, 2017

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