Gordon Ray Gates entered eternal rest on February 25, 2023, at the age of 69. He was born on December 27, 1953, in San Antonio, Texas to Max and Willie Mae Gates (Stanteen).
Gordon played the guitar, banjo, and harmonica. He was an artist that enjoyed sketching, as well as wood carving. Gordon was a free-spirited, fun-loving cowboy. He was a jack of all trades who was loved by many and will be missed by all.
Gordon is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Maxell Gates; daughter, Brittany Gates; stepson, Clay Byrom. He is survived by his loving wife Windy Gates; daughter, Shanell Brooks and her children, Kaitlyn and Clayton; son, Sean and his wife Valerie and children, Kyle, Kinsley, Kolby, and Kory; daughter, Tiffany Gates Valambhia, her husband Sonny and their daughter Scarlett Valambhia; step son, John Greenwood and wife Rebecca; grandchildren, Hudson Greenwood, Leann Rutledge, River Greenwood, Alexandria Byrom, Zoey Byrom; siblings, Lynell Horn, Bill Gates, Burnell Gates, Rudymax, Anthany; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.
There will be a visitation Friday, March 3, 2023, from 10:00 am – 11:00 am at Finch Funeral Chapel, La Vernia.
FUNERAL SERVICE
Friday, March 3, 2023
11:00 AM
Finch Funeral Chapel
13767 Hwy 87
La Vernia, TX 78121
Interment will take place immediately following at Salem-Sayers Cemetery, Adkins, Texas.
The online guestbook can be signed at www.finchfuneralchapels.com