Monica D. Cates Obituary
The world bids farewell to Monica D. Cates of Caseyville, Illinois, born in East Saint Louis, Illinois, departing on May 17, 2025 at the age of 73. Monica leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband Eugene L. Cates; her parents, George and Phoebe; and her siblings, Phil Cissell, Jim Cissell, Pat Cissell and Barbara Cullen.
She is survived by: her sons, David E. Cates (Lesley) of Troy, IL, Matthew J. Cates (Kimberly) of Collinsville, IL, Jacob A. Cates (Mindy) of Sullivan, MO and Joseph C. Cates (Rachel) of Edwardsville, IL; her grandchildren, Katie, Andrew, Kolten, Brett, Taylor, Cole, Jacob Jr., Josh, Ethan, Joseph Jr., Shelly and Jemma; her great grandchild Everleigh; and her sisters, Rita Kemp of Caseyville, IL, Rosie Cullen of Belleville, IL and Patricia "Pete" (Mike) of Dupo, IL..
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Siteman Cancer Center.
