Floyd Edward Gates, 82 went into the arms of the angels on Thursday, April 1, 2021. Beloved husband Dorothy Gates (nee Vasil). Loving father of Mike (Suzanne) Gates, Mark Gates and Jamie (Terri) Gates. Cherished grandfather of Michael, Jr., Libby, Catie, Wil, Jake and Meg. Great-grandfather of Zak, Henry, Michael III, Haley and Ava. Dear brother of the late Melba Watson and Paul Gates. Our father-in-law, uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend. Graveside Service Wednesday, 11:30am. Meeting at Jay B. Smith Funeral Home 777 Oakwood Dr., Fenton, 10:50 am going to Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.