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Marcella Gates Obituary
SIDNEY — Marcella "Marcie" M. Gates, age 75, of Sidney, went to be with the lord on Feb. 21, 2018, surrounded by her loving family at her residence.
Marcie was born June 15, 1942, in DeGraff, Ohio. She was predeceased by her sister, Ida Rose Ickes.
She is survived by her loving sister, Mary Mertz, of Houston; daughter, Kelli Ann Ickes (Maurice), of Sidney; son, Chris Allen Gates (Debra), of New Smyrna Beach, Florida; grandsons, Maurice III and Chris Jr.; granddaughters, Allison and Grace; and many nieces and nephews.
She was an active parishioner at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sidney. Marcie worked in transportation for Shelby Hills and S&H Products for 30 years. She opened her home for adults with special needs and was an active Special Olympics volunteer for over 20 years. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy. She will be terribly missed by her family, many friends and loved ones.
Calling hours will be Monday evening Feb. 26, 2018, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Adams Funeral Home.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2018, at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Angels Catholic Church with burial to follow at Graceland Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to S&H Products or Special Olympics in Marcella's name.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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February 23, 2018
Marcella was a good loving lady and will be missed. I am a classmate and was so glad I got to talk to her at our 75th class birthday party back in Sept. She sure loved her family and took care of so many people. She will be missed. May God bless the family and know she is at peace.
Sincerely, MaryAnn Winner
Diane Barber
February 23, 2018
Marcie was a true follower of Christ. She lived in His service. Marcie's in service as a Mentor to many children in Sidney City School will forever be remembered as a kind and encouraging person. I will miss her smile and hugs. Rest now good and faithful friend. My love to the Gates family.God Bless you!
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