Lance Gates

July 13, 1947 - October 6, 2018

Lance Brian Gates, beloved husband, a Rapid City and Dexter Michigan resident, passed away Saturday, October 6 at his home. He was born July 13, 1947 in Oak Park, Illinois. On December 4th, 1970, he married the love of his life, Susan, and was married for 48 years. Lance served our country as a radio operator in the Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was a veterinarian tech, an avid fisherman, a sharp-eyed bird watcher, an outdoor enthusiast, and all around nature lover. He was preceded in death by his parents, Maxine and Cody Gates. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Sue and his dog snowflake, brother Larry, many nieces, nephews and sisters and brothers-in-law. Visitation will be held Saturday October 13, 2018 at the Kalkaska Funeral Home at 2 pm, with the memorial services starting at 2:30 pm. Lance will be remembered for his love of fishing, his warm heart for all animals, his quick wit, and his loyalty to family and friends. We will deeply miss Lance; our husband, brother and best friend. We love you, you horses rear. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Lance's honor to the Cherryland Humane Society. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Kalkaska Funeral Home.