Lester Gates Obituary
Beloved Husband of the late Candice. Loving Father of Lester Gates, IV, Christopher Gates, Larry Gates and the late Scott Gates. He is also survived by 4 Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren. Dear Brother of Annie and Taffy.
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Carolyn Simmons
July 19, 2023
Lester was a very handy guy. He worked on our home and rental. We became good friends. One year we were invited to his family's 4th of July fireworks display. Carl and Carolyn Simmons
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