Mrs. Linda Gates

In Loving Memory Of: Linda C. Gates was born on November 27, 1951 in Detroit, Michigan to Daniel and Bertha Gates. Twelve children were born to Daniel and Bertha Gates. Linda was number four. She was educated in the Detroit Public Schools system. As a young mother of two, she worked as a noon hour aide (aka. The lunch lady) at Parker Elementary where her sons attended school. She was ready on the scene whenever either one of them got out of line. She later worked for her big brother Harvey Gates at Midwest Developmental Services. She was the smart, beautiful and cool secretary that ran the office. Her brother Harvey saw to it that anyone in the family that needed a job would have just that at this place. So most of her nephews gained a brand new love and appreciation for the aunt that was already everyone’s favorite. Linda was a very shy and quiet person. Although she was small in stature, she made up for it in love and compassion for her family. She was always willing to help, whenever she could. Her pride and joy were her sons Erik and Cisco (Lloyd). When her granddaughter, Erin was born she was overjoyed. Now, as a full fledged member of the “Grandparents Club,” everything was Erin…Erin…Erin. Linda’s husband Tommie preceded her in death in 2019. Between the two of them you could not find more loving grandparents. As she dealt with her illness, when asked how she felt, she would always say no pain, no worries and I’m okay. Linda often bragged about the tender loving care she received from family members and others who made themselves available. It goes without saying, Thank You Tiana, for being a Ram in the bush. Linda’s sister Tonya and her daughter, drove from Houston, Texas to stay with her and care for her. Then when Tonya had to return to Texas, her sister Brenda and her husband Kerm moved Linda into their home to care for her. In the meantime, Linda was proud of Erik and how he sacrificed and did so much for her. She always said he overdid everything, but he did all that he could for his Mama, and more. She was also extremely happy to see Cisco and his accomplishments of earning his CDL. Linda Carol Gates loved her family and her family loved her. When Linda transitioned, she was at her sister Brenda and brother-in-love’s home, surrounded by family.

Mrs. Linda Gates

November 27, 1951 - August 1, 2020