John Cates Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of John Cates in Freeman, Missouri, born in Joplin, Missouri, who passed away on June 22, 2021 at the age of 67. 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, John O. Cates and Nona R. Cates (Fagan). He is survived by: his wife Tammy M. Cates (Johnston); his daughters, Hope Nicole Cates of Joplin and Faith Marie Cates of Joplin; his siblings, Steve Cates and Karen Goff (Charlie) of Kansas City, KS; and his nephew Kevin Butler of Ottawa, KS..