Dale Emerson Cates Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Dale Emerson Cates (Baxter Springs, Kansas), born in Joplin, Missouri, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Dale Emerson left this world on January 31, 2025 at the age of 83, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Elmer Ree and Alene Cates (Archer). He is survived by: his children, Darrin D Cates, Drew Emerson Cates of Carl Junction, MO, Shelly Jean Dunn (J. D.) of Webb City, MO and Dawn Ellen Bright (Jason) of Joplin, MO; his siblings, Dennis Cates of Olathe, KS, Bill Cates of Galena, KS and Sue Ketchum (Marty) of Broken Arrow, OK; and his grandchildren, Keyvin Dunn, Kelsey Dunn, Helen Bright and Trajan Bright.
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