Ralph S. Gates, age 66, a resident of Cleveland passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2005 at his home. He was of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Lena Gates. He is survived by his wife, Pearney Gates of Cleveland, three children: Kristie Gates, Troy Gates and Chucky Gates all of Cleveland; step children: Dawn Jeske, Sirena Williams, Ricky Wilson, Vickie Self, Gary Gibson all of Cleveland and Athena Dixon of Benton; two sisters: Edith Watkins and Melva Wright both of Cleveland; one brother, Winfred Gates also of Cleveland and six grandchildren.