Johnnie Jake Cates' Obituary
Johnnie Jake Cates, age 92, passed away on Friday, August 19, 2022, in Dallas, Texas. He was born to Mr. Hyram L. Cates and Ms. Christine Carroll Cates on June 19, 1930 in Grice, Texas. Johnnie leaves his loved ones with unforgettable memories and loving stories. He will be sincerely missed by his loving family, devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved him
He is preceded in death by his parents, Hyram and Christine Cates, his brother, Guy L. Cates, his sister, Cora Beth Brister, and his wife, Lenora Dewitt Cates.
Johnny is survived by his daughters, Candace Jeanette O’Neill and Catherine Carol Peinado; his 4 grandchildren Ethan, Finn, Scarlett, and Ava; and his brother, Gene A. Cates.
Graveside Service for Johnnie Jake Cates will be Friday, August 26, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Sunset Memorial Park 1582 US Hwy 271 S, Gilmer, TX 75645.
Funeral arrangements for Johnnie Jake Cates have been faithfully entrusted to Restland Funeral Home and Cemetery, which is located at 13005 Greenville Ave., at the intersection of Restland Road, Dallas, Texas 75243, and can be reached at (972) 238-7111.
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