Edward W. Gates Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on June 3, 2023, at the age of 91, Edward W. Gates of Rochester, Indiana, born in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Clayton Gates and Eunice Gates (Johnson); his siblings, Clayton Gates, Jr. and Doris Thrower; his stepson Jim Bruce; his daughter-in-law Vickie Bruce; and his siblings-in-law, Mary (Ken Reutebuch) and Dave Barnett.

He is survived by: his wife Donna Bruce Gates (Mohr) of Rochester; his stepchildren, Barbara Clyde (Bob) of Kewanna, Daniel Bruce (Cora Lynn Weller) of Star City and Timothy Bruce (Jan) of Remington; and his sister Carolyn Barnett of Billings, Montana.. He is also survived by 9 step grandchildren and 11 step great grandchildren.

Memorial contributions can be made to Pleasant Hill Cemetery, C/O John Bruce, 6364 E. 150 N., Winamac, Indiana 46996.