Dora Irene Gates' Obituary
Dora Irene Gates, age 94 of Sterling Heights, Michigan passed away on October 8, 2024 at Beaumont Hospital, in Troy, Michigan. She was born on February 23, 1930 in Detroit, Michigan to Edwin and Dora Rogers.
Beloved wife of the late Lowell, who passed in 2017. Dear mother of Drake (Kim Stabryla) Gates. Grandmother of Jenna and Jeffrey. Dora is predeceased by her sister Edwina Langley.
Dora enjoyed bowling, jet skiing, and spending time with family in Caseville, Michigan.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 13th from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, October 14th at 11:00 am at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R. Road, (1 block N. of 13 Mile Road, west side of John R. Road), Madison Heights, Michigan. Burial at Crooks Road Cemetery, Troy, Michigan.
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