Jason Gates
March 04, 2018
Jason Dean Gates, 48, passed away on March 4, 2018, in Alcofiao, Portugal. He was born December 13, 1969, in Des Moines, to Frederick and Mary Gates.
Jason loved his job working internationally in the oil industry as well as traveling. He enjoyed fishing and was a Pittsburgh Steelers fan.
Jason is survived by his mom, Mary; siblings, Fred (Sue) Gates, Jr., Roxanne (Bob) Botkin, and Suzanne Gates; nieces and nephews, Cody Staley, Austin Staley and Amber Staley; extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Fred Gates, Sr.
Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 26, 2018, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society in loving memory of Jason.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Michael Sun
04/20/2018
I wish the Gates family my deepest condolences. Jason was always the brightest of lights, with his giant heart and sincerity. I lost a great friend and he will be sorely missed.
Vern & nancy faber
04/08/2018
We were so saddened to hear of Jason's passing. We will keep Jason & your family in our prayers. A loss for all who knew him.
Eric Parssinen
03/28/2018
I was saddened to hear about Jason's passing. I worked with Jason at Hunt and was always impressed with his dedication and professionalism. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family for their loss, Jason will be missed.
Cassie (Reese) Haller
03/21/2018
To the Gates family- I am so sorry to hear this news! I have many many great memories of jason. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Suzanne Gates
03/21/2018
To my beautiful brother, Jay
You have impacted so many lives with your kindness, generosity and love. I will forever miss you and there will never be a day where I won't think of you.
Love You, Huey