Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
About
Richard Gates Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Richard Gates
Donald Powell
September 6, 2007
Dear Nancy-
What a tremendous loss we have all suffered with Dick's departure. His causes and accomplishments were many, and he was one of the nicest guys I ever met.
Don('57) and Phyllis Powell
Jim and Anne Howard
September 1, 2007
Dick was the leader of our Wednesday golf group, a great guy and a dear friend. I will miss him tremendously.
Dear Nancy, We are so sorry not to have been at the service for Dick, but at least you and I had a nice visit over lunch. It was a treat to meet Rick and I wish that Jim and I could have met the rest of your family. Dick certainly lived his life to the fullest and we are so fortunate to have shared his warmth, generosity and good humor. With our love and deepest sympathy. Anne and Jim
Joseph Pires
August 31, 2007
To All Members of the Gates family:
On behalf of the entire membership of the USS Bennington Association, please accept our belated condolences on the loss of your loved one and our former shipmate.
We in the Bennington Family want you to know that, "as long as Richard (Dick) remains in the memory of one of us, he'll never be forgotten".
Our thoughts and prayers go out Nancy and the entire family. If we here at BENNINGTON can assist in any way, please let us know....
With Our Deepest Sympathy,
Joseph L. Pires
USS Bennington Historian
Cape Cod, Massachusetts
Joanne and David Kirkland
August 31, 2007
Dear Mrs. Gates, Rick, Bill,Kim and families. Our deepest sympathies go out to you all at this time. Remember all the good times and memories. It does get easier. Joanne and Dave
Fred Dashevsky
August 31, 2007
To the Entire Gates family-
I can't possibly express enough my sincere condolences on the passing of Dr. Gates. I know this is a most difficult time for all, but please know all of our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dick's pleasant nature and good humor will be sorely missed.
Love from the whole SDL Inc family.
Love you all,
Freddy.
Ron Bobbitt
August 29, 2007
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with the Gates Family during this difficult time. The legacy left behind by Mr. Gates is a great credit to the family and friends touched by his life.
Amy Flanigan
August 29, 2007
Dear Kimberly and family,
Please know that you, Jim, the kids, your mom and the rest of your family are in our prayers. If there is anything we can do during this most difficult time please do not hesitate to call.
Paul & Jackie Kolwaite
August 28, 2007
Dear Nancy,
Paul and I are so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. Dick was a true gentleman and a credit to his profession. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family at this sad time.
Leslie Scott
August 27, 2007
To the family of Dr. Gates,
Your husband and father was a true gentleman and I appreciated the number of years he volunteered for Junior Achievement. He will be greatly missed and my thoughts and prayers go out to you during this very difficult time.
With love and sympathy,
Leslie Olson Scott
Nicole Weller
August 27, 2007
Dr. Gates,
You will be missed tremendously by those who enjoyed your smiles and constant good humor and also remembered fondly as one of nicest people whose path has crossed theirs in their lifetimes.
Showing 1 - 11 of 11 results
Make a Donation
in Richard Gates's name
Memorial Events
for Richard Gates
How to support Richard's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Richard Gates's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
