Ava Jean Cates Obituary

The passing of Ava Jean Cates of Murfreesboro, Tennessee occurred on July 14, 2026. Ava, born on January 28, 1951, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Donald McGonigal and Genevieve McGonigal; her husband Gary Cates; and her son Jason Cates. She is survived by: her children, Kristine Madson, Jeremy Madson and Maxwell Cates; her grandchildren, DeJaneira Madson-Gainly, AnnElise Madson, Kyle Khabir, Derrick Khabir and Chance Khabir; her great grandchildren, Leon Leasure and Ronin Leasure; and her sister Denise Emerson.