Dr. Richard H. Gates Sr.

Dear Nancy-

What a tremendous loss we have all suffered with Dick's departure. His causes and accomplishments were many, and he was one of the nicest guys I ever met.

Don('57) and Phyllis Powell

Dick was the leader of our Wednesday golf group, a great guy and a dear friend. I will miss him tremendously.

Dear Nancy, We are so sorry not to have been at the service for Dick, but at least you and I had a nice visit over lunch. It was a treat to meet Rick and I wish that Jim and I could have met the rest of your family. Dick certainly lived his life to the fullest and we are so fortunate to have shared his warmth, generosity and good humor. With our love and deepest sympathy....

To All Members of the Gates family:

On behalf of the entire membership of the USS Bennington Association, please accept our belated condolences on the loss of your loved one and our former shipmate.

We in the Bennington Family want you to know that, "as long as Richard (Dick) remains in the memory of one of us, he'll never be forgotten".

Our thoughts and prayers go out Nancy and the entire family. If we here at BENNINGTON can assist in any way, please let us...

Dear Mrs. Gates, Rick, Bill,Kim and families. Our deepest sympathies go out to you all at this time. Remember all the good times and memories. It does get easier. Joanne and Dave

To the Entire Gates family-
I can't possibly express enough my sincere condolences on the passing of Dr. Gates. I know this is a most difficult time for all, but please know all of our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dick's pleasant nature and good humor will be sorely missed.
Love from the whole SDL Inc family.
Love you all,
Freddy.

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with the Gates Family during this difficult time. The legacy left behind by Mr. Gates is a great credit to the family and friends touched by his life.

Dear Kimberly and family,
Please know that you, Jim, the kids, your mom and the rest of your family are in our prayers. If there is anything we can do during this most difficult time please do not hesitate to call.

Dear Nancy,
Paul and I are so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. Dick was a true gentleman and a credit to his profession. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family at this sad time.