Craig A. Gates

Craig was and always will be a hero to us! My kids Michael and Marisa performed at Tsongas Arena/Lowell Winterfest many times and when Michael had a serious zamboni accident at Winterfest, Craig followed the ambulance to the hospital. From then on no matter what upset happened Craig and we would say: "Well, at least Michael has feet." Craig had the biggest heart and took them back to meet favorite artist Avril Lavigne when they were only 5 and 6 years old. His joy came from other...

I am so shocked and saddened that I am one this page. Just heard the news today. Craig was one of my best friends in the music business. I spent many wonderful evenings at the Tsongas Arena with Craig as we put on rock shows. Whether it was Bob Dylan or Slipknot; Blink 182, Avril Lavigne, Fall Out Boy or Kid Rock, Craig was supportive of every one. He had a great team (Kim, Carla, Paige) and was such a pleasure to work with. I know he liked Billy Joel, but he always told me he loved...

My sincerest condolences to the family of a Guy who, as best as I could tell, was trying to do his best for the Folk Festival to which I've never been to in my Birthtown but bugged him about this-n-that to which he tried to respond action wise. 65 Really? Too Sad! Kudos to his efforts!!!

Dear Brenda and Craig's children,
I both worked with and became good friends with Craig at the Centrum in Worcester. We shared many good times and memorable work experiences both in Worcester, golf tournaments, the Boston Common and great shows in Philly. Live Aid, the Jackson tour, The U.S. Open, Springstein, Grateful Deads shows as well as Ringling Brothers and boring flat shows come to mind. Not matter the event - we always made the best of it.
I am so sorry that you lost your...

To Brenda & Craig's entire family...please accept my deepest condolences. Craig was one of the first people I met when I moved to downtown Lowell...and his genuineness and humble kindness gave me an immediate friend. Craig was selfless, funny, happy, and a proud father of great children. I'm thankful I had the chance to know Craig so well and call him a friend. He was one of the best. Period. From walking our dogs who both shared partial custody at Wignall animal hospital to having a beer at...

Very sorry for your loss. He was a good man who was very proud of his family. I grew up with Craig & Wayne in Boylston & have fond memories.

Kristen, I am deeply saddened for the loss of your Dad. The death of a parent is devastating. I pray for you and your entire family. What a beautiful tribute to your Dad. May you cherish each and every memory. My deepest sympathies. RIP Craig

My sincere condolences to Craig's family, friends and partner Brenda. Lowell will miss this truly "good guy".
God Bless.

To the entire Gates family I want to send my deepest condolences. I grew up with Craig, Wayne, Alden and Ruth, as well as the entire extended family and am quite saddened to hear of Craig's death. He was a good man. May he Rest In Peace and May you all find solace in knowing he was loved by so many...