In loving memory of
Robert
1940 - 2024
Robert
R.
"Bob"
Gates
In Loving Memory
1940 - 2024
Robert R. "Bob" Gates
Hilton - Robert R. Gates, "Bob", passed away on August 21, 2024 at the age of 84. He is survived by his loving companion, Jean Burke; the mother of his children, Genevieve; his children, Maureen Gates, David Gates, Kathie (Thomas) Straub; his siblings, William (Karen) Gates, Tom Gates, C. Michael Gates, and Sue (Mark) Davis; his grandchildren, Daniel (Taylor) Gates, Natalie Straub, and Kaitlyn Straub; his sisters-in-law, Jane Gates and Pam (Terry Hickey) Gates; and his nieces and nephews. Robert was predeceased by his parents, Warren and Arlene Gates; and his brothers, Richard, James and John Gates. Bob had a Master's Degree from RIT. He retired from Eastman Kodak Co. where he was an Engineer. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club and the American Legion. In his leisure, he enjoyed deer hunting and snowmobiling. He will be deeply missed. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 from 4:00 - 7:00 pm at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Avenue, Hilton. Interment will be on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 11:30 am at the Garland Cemetery, 7743 West Ridge Road, Brockport, NY 14420. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, Lakes Region, 1120 S. Goodman St., Rochester, NY 14620 in Bob's memory. To donate online, click on the charity name.Memories & Condolences
James White
Monday, August 26, 2024
With greatest sympathy and prayers to the family. We were blessed to have shared his good humor and friendship. Rest in peace you will be missed. Jim and Marie White
Kris Arnold
Sunday, August 25, 2024
Bob, you will certainly be missed. Ron & I thought the world of you and are saddened that come October you won't be seeing us in Florida. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jean & your family. Rest in Peace.
Bill Simpson and Brenda Catalano
Thursday, August 22, 2024
The brother I never had and was blessed to share my life with for 68 years. Love and prayers to my forever friend. Bill Simpson and Brenda
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