Edward Arthur Gates, Jr.

Our beloved Ed was called home suddenly on June 20, 2009. Edward Arthur Gates, Jr. was born on Nov. 3, 1965, to Sue and Edward Gates in North Hollywood, Calif. He graduated from Clackamas High School in Oregon, 1984. Ed joined the Air Force in 1986 and was stationed in the Philippines. After leaving the Air Force, Ed had many adventures from Band Roadie, working in TV and Films, living on Catalina Island and eventually ending up in the culinary field. His true passion in life was his family and he was a devoted, loving husband and wonderful, caring father. He enjoyed good music, good movies, good food, and great martinis. Ed leaves behind his one true love and wife, Caryn Gates of Cathedral City, Calif.; his best buddies and sons, Jack, 9 and Grant, 2; his mother, Sue Gates of Seattle, Wash.; and his sister, Marsha Sturdevant of Seattle, Wash.; as well as many other relatives and friends that he cherished and adored. His passing leaves all that knew him with deep sorrow, but knowing that he is with his Dad and other loved ones brings us comfort and peace. A service to Celebrate his beautiful Life will be held on June 27, 2009 at 4:00 PM at the home of Ron and Mary Nayfack. Ed, we love you and have all enjoyed and relished this life more because of you being a part of it.