Robert Ronald Gates Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Robert Ronald Gates of Austin, Texas, born in Rantoul, Illinois, who passed away on August 16, 2024, at the age of 92, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Robert Ronald Gates to pay them a last tribute.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Robert Ronald's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert William and Harriet Vivian Gates (Baylor). He is survived by: his wife Jean Gates of Austin, Texas; his son Robert Gates Jr. of Houston, Texas; his grandson Robert Gates III (Erica) of New Orleans; his great grandchildren, Walter and Henry; and his siblings-in-law, Mike (Ruby Bowers) of Athens and Harriet Swartz (Skip Swick) of Rochester.
