Sally Snow Gates obituary, 1945-2021, Ithaca, NY

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Sally Snow Gates

1945 - 2021

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Denise Gelberg

May 13, 2021

I was saddened to hear of Sally's passing. I got to know her when I taught Ainsley at Northeast School. Sally was always lovely and supportive, a true pleasure to partner with in the education of her child. Then I became a regular at the pharmacy, where Sally and Reeder consistently provided excellent, expert service. I am not alone in believing the Gates family brought energy, intelligence, and kindness to our community.

My sincere condolences to Ainsley and Missy and their families as they come to terms with this enormous loss.

Nancy and Danny Pace

May 12, 2021

So sorry to hear of Sally’s passing..It was always a bright spot in our day when she would stop in to shop or chat at Hickory Hollow Golf Range &Pro Shop and Gone Loco Train Shoppe..So appreciated her and Reeder’s support and friendship over the years..May they both Rest In Peace together now..

Terry Taylor Sara and the boys

April 30, 2021

Words cannot express our sadness with the passing of Sally, she was one of the best. You may not have liked the medicine she gave you but it was out of love and affection that she did it. We will miss her spirit tremendously but the memories we’ve retained will serve us well. Rest In Peace Sally. We wish you well in your journey, tell the boys Joel love and we will meet again someday. All of our love.

Karla Adasse

April 30, 2021

Sally and I shared a love for spending time with our respective families in our homes in Panacea Pines. Sally was so devoted and proud of every member of her wonderful family. Her annual Christmas letter was heart-felt and sincere. Even after the loss of her husband, Reeder, she showed courage and continued to move forward with all of their shared plans at the lake. Sally was a friendly and kind neighbor, she always found time to chat or advise me of ways to resolve my concerns as a single lake home owner. My family members and I send our sincere condolences at this sad time.
Karla

Michele and Mark McGunagle

April 30, 2021

Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you all. Her spirit will continue to shine through all of those who love her. Such a beautiful tribute to her.

Barbara DeWall

April 30, 2021

Sally was such a special person. She loved golf and was an inspiration to all of us that played the game with her. May she rest in peace.

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La Famiglia Campinoti

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The Crowley Family

Sent Flowers

Christine Lloyd Pickard

April 29, 2021

Truly a shining light in so many lives. Sally filled the room with her beautiful smile and Infectious laugh. She was not only a high school cheerleader but the cheerleader of our class of '63. I was truly blessed to call her a friend. My sincere condolences to her family.

Richard Kelly

April 29, 2021

There will always be a special place in my heart for this dear friend and High School classmate. She will certainly be missed by all her loved ones.

Wayne and Trudy Johnson

April 28, 2021

This is a very beautiful and thoughtful tribute to your mother.
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family.

Suzy Blanchard

April 27, 2021

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Sally will be missed in every way. A very loyal friend indeed. She was always there to listen and help. She will always have a place in my heart.

LYNNE Richardson

April 24, 2021

Sally was such an unbelieveably generous, fun, energetic & kind hearted woman, and was the absolute best friend to Monique. She helped her out in so many ways, and was so thoughtful to send her cards to Canada very recently. Sally was an absolute inspiration, and lived life to the fullest. Love and hugs to the whole family from Lynne, Grant, Cole and Britt Richardson xoxo

Richard Kelly

April 23, 2021

Sally will always occupy a special place in my heart. A special group of friends shared many (fun) meetings in planning the 50th class of 1963 reunion which was a huge success. This celebration consisted of a variety of events and ended with a cookout at the home of "Sis" Sullivan Merrell which really was a perfect way to have relaxed conversations with our classmates. When it came time to say goodbye for now, I suddenly realized that our classmates meant much more to me than I even knew.

That was not the end as we had several more meetings and a few more celebrations and Sally always shared many stories, laughter and inside information that guys never seem to have absorbed during our school years. She was definetly the driving force to our Class of 1963 reunion committee and the many things that we accomplished.

I will forever thank God for knowing her and being able to be counted amongst her friends. Her spirit will forever be with us through her family and loved ones. Rest in Peace my friend.

Steve and Marcy Torrant

April 22, 2021

We are so so sad to hear about Sally. We will surely miss all the cards that she sent us since we moved south and always just the right one for the occasion! She adds a new light to Heaven and so glad to have had her friendship. Our sincerest sympathies to the family.

Anne Sokol Ledbetter

April 22, 2021

To the Gates family-Reeder and Sally were dear friends of our dad, Tom Sokol. Our loving hearts are with you all. We know the world is a better place because of these amazing souls. May Sally’s love shine in our hearts always and forever.

Irene Kiely

April 22, 2021

I am so sad to read that Sally has passed away.
I have always enjoyed seeing Sally & catching up as she was always sweet, kind & upbeat. I’m so glad she had family to care for her & be with her at this very hard time. Sending hugs & know how much I cared for Sally! Irene

Holli

April 22, 2021

Thank you for being the wonderful authentic person that God made you to be. I hear your kind voice clearly and remember you always with a smile. Well done Aunt Sally. Thank you for adding to my life. Much love to you and your sweet caring family. Holli

NOVA L SHERWOOD

April 21, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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Michael and Bonnie Judd

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Peter Lees

April 21, 2021

So sad to hear of Sally's passing. Her positive energy affected all who came within her sphere. A loving kind spirit who always wanted the best for others and gave her all to make it happen. Her light and strength will be carried within us forever.

jim Atsedes

April 20, 2021

There can't possibly be a more caring, giving , loyal person on this earth. We will all miss Sally. My heart & prayers go out to all of Sally's family & close friends.

Michael Judd

April 20, 2021

Thank you for the love, support and kindness.

Sally Hood Quist

April 20, 2021

Oh Aunt Sal,
You made us all better people. We will miss you so much.
Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon her.
May the souls of all the faithful departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
~Amen~
Love you forever,
Little Sal

Theresa Miller Bellavigna

April 20, 2021

May God bless youand your family in this time of sorrow. R.I.P. SALLY...I will miss you.

Kirsten DeMento

April 18, 2021

I am so sad to hear of Aunt Sally's passing. She was always so full of life and so busy...loving her family... doing for others. She will be greatly missed.

Lorene Jump

April 16, 2021

So very sorry to hear of Sally’s death.
What a lovely and kind lady with a friendly smile.
I so appreciated her help with pharmaceutical concerns.
Prayers and hugs to her family and friends

Amy Heffron

April 16, 2021

So sorry to hear this. She was such a lovely person and will be deeply missed by so many. We will miss you, Rest In Peace.

Ed & Connie Amici

April 16, 2021

So sad to hear of Sally's passing. Our thoughts and prayers going to the family. She will be with the love of her life and her son Jason whom she has missed very much. RIP Sally

Michael Salotti

April 15, 2021

Such a kind soul & friend to everyone. She was a true friend in every sense of the word. Sally was a good friend to the Salotti family & her friendship will be missed.

Jolie Massicci

April 15, 2021

I’m so sorry to hear of Sally’s passing. She was such a lovely person. I always enjoyed visiting with her when she came to my salon. She will be missed by so many.

Rob Gibbons

April 15, 2021

I'm so sorry to hear of Sally's passing. She and Reeder really are a great couple, and it was a honor to work for them many years ago at Northside Pharmacy. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole Gates family.

Karen Lauretti

April 15, 2021

To Sally's family, I'm so sorry to hear of Sally passing. I want to extend my condolences to your family. Sally was a wonderful women. She will be dearly missed.

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Posted events

April 20, 2021

Apr

30

Memorial Mass

11:00 a.m.

Livestream service via St. Catherine's of Siena

(https://stcathofsiena.org/ and click on livestream link and then select service), Ithaca, NY

Apr

30

Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m.

The Country Club of Ithaca

189 Pleasant Grove Road, Ithaca, NY

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