Michael J. Gates

Mike, 70, passed away Thursday morning, June 10, 2010 in Centennial, Colorado. As a beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, survivors include his wife of 44 years, Frances; children Dawn (Chris) Hansen, Michelle (Scott) Miller, Christopher Gates, Matthew Gates, and Barbara (Mark) Miles; grandchildren Erica, Benjamin, William, Matthew, Noah, and Alexandra; sister Jean Liberatore, and brother Fred Clark; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mike was preceded in death by his granddaughter Emily and his sister Florence Rusin. Funeral Mass to be held Monday, June 21, 2010, 11:00 AM at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 8035 South Quebec Street, in Centennial, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are being suggested to Developmental Pathways, Inc., ATTN: Development, 325 Inverness Drive South, Englewood, Colorado 80112. Please share your memories of Mike and condolences with his family by selecting the ""sign guestbook"" button below.