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Larry Gates Obituary

Larry S. Gates, 70, of Allentown, passed away at home on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Dale C. and Jacqueline Susan (Winarsky) Gates. Larry was a 1970 graduate of William Allen H.S., received his bachelor's degree from Allentown College and his master's degree from Wilkes College. He worked at Lucent and Just Born for many years before retiring.

Survivors: Brother: David M. Gates and his wife, Michele of Emmaus; Sister: Sandra A. Gates and her husband, Thomas Ohotski of Allentown; Nieces: Jamie Gates of Philadelphia, Jessica Gates and her fiancé Tyler Nolan of Allentown.

Services: Private. Arrangements by Stephens Funeral Home, Inc. www.stephensfuneral.com

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Published by Morning Call on May 19, 2023.

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Teri (Ring) Bitler

May 4, 2025

I just heard a song that reminded me of Larry. We used to sit in the auditorium at William Allen before classes started to listen to music. So sorry to hear of his passing.

John Gecsek

May 25, 2023

I'm so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He worked with us for years at Just Born. God Bless buddy.

Esther

May 19, 2023

To Sandi and the entire family of Larry Gates
I'm so very sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you and with you at this very difficult time. With deepest sympathy.

Scott and Donna Lewis

May 19, 2023

To the gates family so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. As kids we great times playing football in cedar st. and cossies parking lot. Playing basketball in the back alley on pioneer st. RIP Larry those good times will never be forgotten.

Renee' Pretz

May 19, 2023

sending my condolences to the Gates family, I will remember Larry sitting around the table and making us all laugh, also on Easter Sunday was the last I had got to see him, and so thankful I did .rest in peace.

Jeffrey Yost

May 19, 2023

Sorry for your loss.I work with him at Just Born he was a nice guy.

JO-ANNE HAMM

May 18, 2023

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow Love JoAnne Hamm

Sue and Rob Neupauer

May 18, 2023

David, Michele, Jamie, Jessica, Sandy and Tom. We are so sorry for the unexpected loss of Larry. We always enjoyed Larry's company and his humor. We will miss him.

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