Derrick Deion Oates Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Derrick Deion Oates of Racine, Wisconsin, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 7, 2026 at the age of 62. 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, Steve Oates and Nellie Oates; his brother Darrell Oates; and his parents-in-law, Willie Mae Greer and William Goss Jr..
He is survived by: his wife Gay Lynn; his children, April Lang (Bryan), Leslie French (Lamar), Dominique Greer, Destiny Schmidt (Cory) and Derrick Oates II (Aisha); his siblings, Angela Oates of Phoenix, Arizona and Dino Oates of Racine, Wisconsin; and his siblings-in-law, Mary Brown of Racine, Takeisha Spann Moore of Kenosha, Marshawn Bogan of Racine and Terrell Smith of Milwaukee. He is also survived by one niece, two nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.
