James Lawrence Gates Obituary
We are sad to announce that on March 12, 2024, at the age of 88, James Lawrence Gates of Trinity, Texas, born in Pontotoc, Mississippi passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Lawrence Gates to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Fletcher Gates and Janie Gates (McGee); his son Jamel James Gates; and his sisters, Sarah McGee, Mildred Little and Robbie McGee.
He is survived by: his significant other Sheila Gates; his children, Jannie James Trammel and Jacob James Gates; and his brother Theodore Gates (Teddy). He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.
