VALERIE GATES Obituary
Of Bridgeville, on Monday, August 29, 2011. Beloved wife of 57 years to the late Theodore Gates; loving mother of Gregory (Deborah) Gates, Victoria (Edward Rodzwicz) Gates, Cynthia (Charles) Gerlowski, Anita (Charles) DiLoreto, Gwenn (Kevin) Burne and the late Theodore J. Gates and his surviving wife Cindy Gates; dear sister of Helen Brinkley; also survived by 17 grandchildren; 13 great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Val dedicated to her life to her children and grandchildren. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends welcome at BEINHAUER - FRYER FUNERAL HOME, 430 Washington Ave. Bridgeville, 412-221-3800, Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10:00 a.m. in St. Barbara Church. Inurnment Private. Please view or add tributes at:
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Jamie Kaplan
October 10, 2011
Dear Gwenn, Vicky, Cynthia, Petee (sp),Gregory, Kristen, Joelle and the rest of the Gates family that I wish I had the pleasure of knowing,
I was completely shocked when I heard the news today That Mrs. Gates passed away. She was "Gee" to me. I can not even begin to tell all of you how sorry I am for your loss. I am also so sorry that I did not know of this earlier so I could have been there. As I know the rest of my family would have too. I loved your mom so much! She was a beautiful woman inside and out. I know she loved and cherished all of you. She had so much love to give and I want to thank you for letting me have the honor of knowing her, loving her and being loved by her. Having her in my life was a true gift! I am so grateful. I speak of your mom often to my friends and tell great and funny Mrs. Gates stories. Again, I am so sorry for your loss and so sorry that I didn't get to say goodbye to a very special woman. My heart is with all of you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for any of you. Treasure all the great times and memories I know I will. All my love and condolences,
Jamie Kaplan
September 23, 2011
Dear Gwenn & Family,
I'll always remember how kind your mother was to me. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Kim Smith
September 2, 2011
gates family so sorry to hear about moma gates passing i hope you all know she was a great lady and will be sadly missed
my prayers are with all of you
frank carter
David Burne
September 2, 2011
Dear Gwenn, Mara, Ashley & Gates Family,
We're so sorry to hear about Val. You are in our thoughts & prayers at this difficult time. Please let us know if there's anything that we can do.
The Burne Family
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September 1, 2011
Dear family of "Gram" as she was known by me, I am so sorry for your great loss of your Mom, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother. Each time that I was there seeing Gram, she would always show me different photos and tell me many stories of the family. She knew that she was blessed with such a wonderful family. Let the good memories carry everyone through these next months of grieving. Our heartfelt sympathy to all. RIP dear Gram. Love, Emily and Mike Stasiowski
susan dodge platania
August 31, 2011
dear gwenn and family
am so sorry for ur loss and will keep u in my thoughts and prayers.
sue
from marshalls
Cynthia Covi-Griffin
August 31, 2011
Gwen, Mara, Ashley and all the other Gates Children and Grandchildren.
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your mom and grandmother. Val lived for all of you. She was happiest when she was with you or doing something for you. She had such an infectious laugh. Keep all of the good times close to your heart. She would expect all of you to stay strong for each other. She loved you all.
Love Cindy
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