J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Cates, Robert C.

Thursday, April 27, 2006

Robert Christopher Cates, 82 died Thursday, April 27, 2006 at his residence. Born in Petersburg he was the son of the late Clarence Davis and Sarah Maude Kinker Cates. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bernice S. Cates, his sisters, Alice Juanita Hays and Janet Mason Cates. He is survived by his daughter, Cheryl Ann Antosh and husband, Raymond; granddaughter, Lori Rebecca of Burke, VA; four brothers, Clarence L. Cates, Sr. (Vernell), William B. Cates, John E. Cates, Sr. (Dottie) and Henry L. Cates (Virginia), several nieces and nephews, several special friends, Christine Alcaraz of Chester, Luther Russell & Jordan Claytor both of Dinwiddie County. Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday April 29, 2006 at Blandford Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7-8:30 Friday at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Crater Community Hospice, 840 W. Roslyn Road, Suite E, Colonial Heights, VA 23834 or to the Capital Campaign Fund, c/o First Baptist Church, 235 W. Washington St., Petersburg, VA 23805. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com

Cheryl, You won't remember me, but you went to school with my sister, Judy Aldridge.
I worked with your Dad at the Miller beer company for a long time and all I can say is that he was one hard working man and very honorable too. I know he will be sorely missed at Russell Fence.
May our Lord and Saviour be with you and give you comfort in knowing that he is in Heaven with your Mother.
Sincerely,
Bob Aldridge

Posted by: Bob Aldridge at April 29, 2006 11:02 PM

Dear Cheryl:

I understand that losing a parent is one of the deepest sorrows a heart can know. There are no words that seem adequate that could possibly take away the pain you're feeling now. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers and ask that God touch your heart and give you comfort.

With Sincere Sympathy ~ Toni Patton-Williams

Posted by: Toni Patton-Williams at April 28, 2006 10:23 AM

We are sorry to hear of Robert's death and so close to the death of Janet. Know that we are
thinking of you and Dottie, and share your grief. Sincerely, Clay and Maxine.

Posted by: Clay King at April 27, 2006 07:11 PM