It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loved one on Monday, December 25, 2023 at James Paton Memorial Hospital, Gander, Calvin Gates age 70 years of Brookfield.

Predeceased by  his parents; Duncan and Victoria Gates , brother; Seymour Gates, niece; Tina Gates and nephew; Brad Mercer.

Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are wife; Shirley, sons; Shawn of Brookfield, Mike (Nancy) of Gander, brother; Cator (Cindy) of Brookfield,  grandchildren; Lily and Noah, sister-in-law; Rosalie Gates and a circle of other relatives and friends.

PRIVATE VISITATION BY INVITATION ONLY

Will take place at Kittiwake Funeral Home, Pound Cove on

Wednesday, 2pm - 4pm & 7pm - 9pm

A private cemetery service with interment will take place on Thursday, December 28, 2023 at 11am from the United Church cemetery, Brookfield with Rev. George Kean officiating.

As an expression of sympathy and in lieu of flowers , donations in his memory may be made to the Gates family, who will decide on monetary disbursements at a later date.