Robert A. Cates, age 75, of Richmond, died Saturday (April 2, 2005) at Reid Hospital. He was born in on May 27, 1929 in Buffalo, New York to Clyde and Mary Carroll Cates and had lived here most of his life. He had been employed by Cates Variety Store and by Birck's Hardware. He was a member of Saint Mary Church.
Survivors include - Brother - David (Mary) Cates of Indianapolis
Sister-in-law - Orpha Knoob of Richmond
Nieces & Nephews

Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday (April 6, 2005) in Saint Mary Church. Burial will be in Saint Mary Cemetery. Friends may call on Wednesday (April 6, 2005) from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the church. Riggle - Waltermann Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. www.riggle-waltermann.com