Paul D. Kates

Paul D. Kates

AGE: 64 • Vineland

Paul D. Kates, 64, of Vineland, NJ passed away on Thursday morning January 30, 2014 in the Inspira Medical Center, Vineland, NJ. Born in Charlotte, North Carolina and raised in West Virginia, Paul was a 38 year resident of Millville prior to moving to Vineland in 2010. After receiving his Associates Degree in Engineering and his Bachelor's Degree in Business, Paul began working with Wheaton Glass in 1972 and was employed in the glass industry until his retirement as a Logistics Manager with Piramal Glass in 2008. Paul was a longtime member of the Fairton Christian Center, where he served as an usher and a Royal Ranger Commander. Paul was always involved with his children, coaching baseball & softball, and serving on the Board of Cumberland Christian School. He enjoyed riding and taking care of his Harley Davidson and was also an avid bicyclist. In 2008 Paul sustained a traumatic brain injury while bicycling. During the last five years his wife, JoAnn, has faithfully cared for him and has modeled the Lord's strength in the face of life's adversities. He is survived by his wife of 40 yrs.; JoAnn (Dickenson) Kates.Two Sons; Paul Kates, Philip Kates & wife Crystal, Two Daughters; Sasha Yanda & her husband Dan, Sarah Wilbur & her husband Nick, Three grandchildren; Paityn Kates, Gavin & Graham Yanda. One sister; Janet McCrum & her husband George. His devoted care giver Abu Seidu as well as one niece and several nephews. Relatives & friends will be received on Friday Feb 7, 2014 from 6:00-8:00 PM at the Pancoast Funeral Home, 676 S. Main Rd., Vineland, NJ where his memorial service will be conducted at 8 PM. Cremation & Inurnment were private. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the Calvary Assembly of God "Adopt-A-Block" program, 1509 N. Main St. Williamstown, NJ 08094 or to the Drucker Brain Institute of Moss Rehabilitation, 5501 Old York Road, Braemer Building, Philadelphia, PA 19141.