Robert "Bob" Cates

He was the best of friends. I have him in my prayers .

Stacie, I don't know if you remember me, but Bob was a great friend of mine during my 25 years at Via Christy. We flew stunt kites together almost every Friday after work and I enjoyed many Friday nights when the band jammed at his house. I am so sorry that I just learned of his passing. Wished someone would have let me know (Dennis). Absolutely broke my heart. So sorry for you and the boys. Really having a hard time wrapping my mind around this. He was way to young for this. Will miss him...

Stacie & boys, I'm saddened with this news. May God and His Saints give Bob rest and great joy in Heaven ... and may peace dwell in your hearts along with the wonderful memories you've made as a family.

Stacie

Jeanne and I were saddened to hear about Bob. Having worked with Bob at St Joe, he was not only a boss and coworker, but more importantly, away from work he was a friend. I too, was a part of the group of musician friends that played with Bob, Jeanne and I fondly recall the first time Bob brought you over to our house to meet the boys.

We will always think fondly of Bob and offer our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Jeff & Jeanne Dreiling

Bob was a great friend and co-worker.
I value my memories of him.
I hope he gets all the blessings he deserves.

It was our honor to have had the opportunity to meet this wonderful family. Praying for God's graces.

Bob was such a helping person to Wayne at Via Christi and also here in our home. He was a true friend to us and already missed every day. Bob's friendship meant everything to us. The Cates family will be in our thoughts and prayers forever. With our deepest sympathy.

To the Cates Family, Debbie,Diane,Bonnie and Donna. I was shocked and deeply saddened to read about Bob's passing. He was truly a remarkable man and will always hold a place in my heart. May his family always look to the beautiful clock he made way back when,to keep track of the time until they meet again.
In deepest sympathy
Susan Mulkey Boucher

Thanks for helping Stacie to take care of me Bob. I know it was a big job sometimes and I'm forever grateful. Thanks for taking such good care of my pal Stacie. I'm glad you're feeling better now. See you in about 50 more years. Be ready for lots of questions about life. Much love.