Bennie Gates Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Bennie Gates in Salem, Michigan, who passed away on August 15, 2020 at the age of 72. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Benjamin Gates and Marian Gates; and his siblings, Gerritt Gates and Bertha DeWendt. He is survived by: his wife Susan Gates; his children, Sonny Gates, Chris Gates (Ann Brower), John Rynearson (Dena) and Mike Rynearson (Pam); his grandchildren, Lilly, Rocky and Ryan; and his siblings, Gertie Merrill, Carrie Wiley (Donn), Beverly Jipping (Rich Gregory), John Gates and Earl Gates (Karen). He is also survived by many extended family and friends.

In memory of Bennie and in lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Wings of Hope Hospice.