My Father In Law. He was a man who had an extraordinary love for his family, his Lord and a true heart for others. He was amiable, funny and beloved by all who knew him. He is greatly missed by all.

We entrust you to God Who created you. May you return to the One Who formed you

from the dust of this earth. May Mary, the angels, and all the saints

come to meet you as you go forth from this life. May Christ Who was crucified for you

bring you freedom and peace. May Christ, the Son of God, Who died for you

take you into His kingdom. May Christ, the Good Shepherd,

give you a place within His flock. May He forgive your sins

and keep you among His people. May you see your Redeemer face to face

and bask in the light of God forever.

Charles Larry Gates, 65, of Trinity, died Saturday, May 14th at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.

A lifelong resident of this area, Larry was born April 17th, 1946 in High Point a son to the late Raymond Lavender and Viola East Gates. He was a member of Archdale United Methodist church where he, in earlier years, was Scout Master of Troupe #19 of the church and, for several years, was also a Coach at the High Point Boys and Girls Club. For over 15 years he owned and operated B & D Painting Carolina, Inc. and later worked as a truck driver for the Lazy Boy Corporation. He was a Marine Corps veteran. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Bettie Jean Gates Carter and two brothers, R.L. Gates and Bobby Gates. On May 21st, 1971 he was married to the former Terry Ingold who survives of the home.

Also surviving are three sons, Patrick Davis and his wife Lisa of Thomasville, David Gates and his wife Amber of Sophia and Darrell Gates and his wife Tiffany of Trinity; one sister, Wanda Wilson and her husband Ray of Archdale; two brothers, J.C. Gates and his wife Shirley of Morristown, Tennessee, Jerry Gates and his wife Pam of Madison and five Grandchildren, Adam & Jordan Davis and Jacob, Trevor and Kaitlyn Gates.