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Donald R. "Dick" Gates
1934 2024

Donald R. "Dick" Gates

September 12, 1934 — July 15, 2024

Donald R. Gates Sr., 89, of Syracuse, NY passed away on Monday, July 15th, 2024 at SUNY Upstate after a illness. He was born in Binghamton, NY to Mary Andrews and Andy Gates.

Dick coached Special Olympics for 10 years, and was a loving foster parent. He enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing and lending a helping hand to others when needed.

Dick was predeceased by his Mother and Father; Brother, Lester; Sister, Doris; and Sons, Poncho and Lonnie Gates.

He is survived by his Wife, Lula M. Gates; Brother, Lee Gates; Sons, Michael (Danny) Gates, and Robert (Catherine) Gates; several Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren, and many Nieces and Nephews.

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