Photo courtesy of Smith, Bizzell & Warner Funeral Home
Gary, Indiana
Mar 31, 1922 – Jan 20, 2022 (Age 99)
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Marcelle Gates, 99 was born March 31, 1922. God called her home Thursday, January 20, 2022 surrounded by loved ones.
Originally from Plantersville, Alabama, Marcelle was the first of her family to migrate to Gary, Indiana where she met and married Sam Gates, her husband of more than 52 years. She was a loving wife, wonderful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother.
Marcelle was a faithful longstanding member of Zion Temple Apostolic Church until her death; she served as an usher, Pastor’s nursing guild member, sang in the senior choir, taught Sunday school and was Church Mother of Zion Temple Apostolic Church where Bishop Donsero Reynolds serves as pastor. Because of her faithfulness to God, her parents, siblings and husband were led to Christ. Generations followed in her footsteps of giving their life to Christ.
Marcelle is preceded in death by her husband Sam; parents: Pink and Daisy Blevins; sister Elnora Miree; and brothers: Cleophus (Elise) Blevins, Leon (Eloise) Blevins, and Horace (Laura) Blevins. She leaves to cherish her memories her loving children: Gary Gates, Bernice (David) Golden, Prentiss (Gloria) Gates Sr., Sam (Samantha) Gates Jr., Vanessa Bullock-Banks (John), and Grady (Darlene) Gates I; 21 grandchildren, 54 great-grandchildren, 24 great-great grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews and dear friends.
FUNERAL SERVICE AND REPASS PRIVATE
Read MoreAnother great and mighty warrior has fallen! A beautiful voice stilled! Mother showed quiet grace, dignity, and godly beauty, and was full of wisdom. To the entire Gates family, it was an extreme pleasure to have been acquainted with her, I learned so much from her. I could just imagine how precious she is to all of you. Our condolence to you all and may you be surrounded by the love and peace of God.
Veronica & Charles Scott & Family
January 30, 2022 | Friend
Sister Gates - This is not goodbye my friend, but so long! My hope is to meet you there!! Sending my prayers and love to the entire Gates family!! Love to all of you!!
Thelma Nelson-Bullock
January 29, 2022 | Indianapolis, IN | Friend
My condolences to the family of Mother Marcelle Gates. A true inspiration, I always looked for Mother walking thru the doors of Zion Temple. I will truly miss her. Rest Mother, well done, thy good and faithful servant. In Jesus name. Amen.
Joe T. Feagin Jr.
January 29, 2022
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Kia N. Tidwell
January 28, 2022
Sending prayers and my deepest condolences to the Gates family. RIH Mrs Gates
CLAUDETTE Frazier
January 28, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Cathy Russell
January 27, 2022 | Friend
I would like to wish you comfort and peace at this time. Mothers are precious, and their memories are forever. May God continue to bless your family.
Marilyn Mixon
January 26, 2022 | Gary, IN | Friend
Mother Gates I love you so much. I will miss her beautiful smile and loving words of encouragement. Rest Well mother your work is done and now you rest.
Cenia Falu
January 26, 2022 | Gary, IN | Friend
Vanessa, Gary, Bernice, Prentiss, Sam and Grady, may God bless you all and your families during this difficult time. I wish you peace and comfort as you grieve.
Marsha Douglas-Goudeau
January 26, 2022
