Woodson "Woody" Gates

November 24, 1951 - November 12, 2021

Gates, Woodson “Woody”, of St. Louis, Missouri, was born November 24, 1951 in Evansville, Indiana to George and Martha (nee Daniels) Gates and entered into rest Friday, November 12, 2021 in Fenton, Missouri at the age of 69 years, 11 months, and 19 days. He is preceded in death by, his parents, One (1) grandchild, Jason, two (2) sibling, George L. (Bonnie) Gates and John (Cheryl) Gates, one (1) brother-in-law, Sonny Remington, He is survived by, loving wife, Cathleen (nee Huels) Gates three (3) children, Gregory (Kelly) Gates, Christopher (Jessica) Gates, and Andrew (Cheryll) Gates, eight (8) grandchildren, Makenzie (Luke), Kenzie (Brandon), Gracie, Drew, Aidan, Leigha, Connor, and Bryar, two (2) great grandchildren, Noel and Henry, two (2) sibling, LoEva Remington and Herbert (Marie) Gates, along with numerous extended family and friends. Woodson was a strong man. He loved hunting, fishing, and woodworking. His friends and family could always count on him. He will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Visitation Thursday, November 18, 2021 3:00 p.m. until the time of the service at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to Alzheimer’s Association at 9370 Olive Blvd St. Louis, MO 63132. Family and friends can review and share stories, photos and condolences online at www.stlfuneral.com and follow details of this event and others in the community at www.facebook.com/stlchapelhill.