Donald D. Cates Obituary
We bid farewell to Donald D. Cates of Cisne, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 10, 2025 at the age of 77. Donald touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Delbert Cates and Marie Cates (Sampson); and his brother-in-law Dannie Grau. He is survived by: his wife Patricia "Pat" Cates of Cisne, IL; his daughters, Tamara Schmitt (Randy), Tanya Tatera (Robert) and Tara Nelson (Matthew); his siblings, Patricia Grau, Clifton Cates and Terrel Cates; and his grandchildren, Justin Cates, Meghan Tatera, Natalie Tatera, Lauren Schmitt, Lydia Schmitt, Shelby Nelson (Jessi Delagarza), Sidney Nelson and Logan Nelson. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 20th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Hosselton-Meridith Funeral Home (305 Park St, Cisne, IL 62823). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 20th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
