Victor Bertrum Gates Obituary

We bid farewell to Victor Bertrum Gates of Pierre, South Dakota, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 2, 2025 at the age of 75. Victor touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Victor Bertrum Gates to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Jesse Gates and Naomi Gates (Field); and his siblings, Gene, Allen, Jerry, Francis, John and Theresa.

He is survived by: his children, Paul Gates (Mia), Matthew Gates (Reatha), Joseph Gates (Alicah) and Victoria Melton (Casey); his grandchildren, Lukas, Emilia, Tesla, Allison, Mattison, Reanna, Justin, McCullough, DiMaggio, August, William and Nathan; and his siblings, Joe (Peggy), Andy, Daniel (Mary), Naomi and Kathy.