Bobby Gates Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on June 25, 2025 in Lexington, Kentucky

Bobby Gates Sr.

May 9, 1933 - June 25, 2025 (92 years old)

Lexington, Kentucky

Bobby Gates Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on June 25, 2025 in Lexington, Kentucky

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Kerr Brothers Funeral Home

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Bobby Gates Sr.

May 9, 1933 - June 25, 2025 (92 years old)

Lexington, Kentucky

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He was predeceased by: his parents, James Edgar and Edith Gilliam Gates; his wife Shirley L. Keiser Gates; his siblings, Buddy Gates and Jaunita Spencer; and his son-in-law Dennis Charney.

He is survived by: his sister Billie Wagnor of Baltimore, MD; and his children, Diane Charney, Bobby Gates Jr. (Kathy) of Lexington, KY, Michael Gates (Diana) of Raleigh, NC and David R. Gates (Sarah) of Bluefield, WV. He is also survived by six grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, the family ask that contributions be made to Southern Heights Baptist Church, 3408 Clays Mill Road, Lexington, KY.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Kerr Brothers Funeral Home



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Wed

July 02

Visitation

Kerr Brothers Funeral Home - Harrodsburg Rd
3421 Harrodsburg Rd, Lexington, KY 40513

Wed

July 02

Funeral service

Kerr Brothers Funeral Home - Harrodsburg Rd
3421 Harrodsburg Rd, Lexington, KY 40513

Thu

July 03

Graveside service

Roselawn Cemetery
450 Courthouse Rd, Princeton, WV 24740

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