Porter “Brent” Gates passed away on Friday morning, May 31. Brent was born in Indianapolis on October 12, 1948 to proud parents Clifford and Betty Gates. He is survived by his wife of 31 years Sharon, son Zachary, and sister Deanna Walters.
Brent grew up in Marshall, Indiana before moving to Indianapolis. He graduated from Warren Central High School in 1966. He then attended Indiana University and worked for the highway before graduating from Franklin College. He was a successful lighting salesman working for Kulwin Electric, Kirby Risk, Thomas Lighting, and Maxim Lighting over many years.
Brent was an avid sports fan his entire life, playing varsity tennis for Warren Central, and his family was everything to him.
Services will be Tuesday, June 11 at Indiana Funeral Care at 8151 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, IN 46250. Visitation will be from 1:00pm – 2:30pm followed by a memorial service at 2:30pm.
Brittany says
Dear Gates family, I am very sorry for your loss. I wanted to share a scripture with you that I find comforting when I think about my dear ones that I’ve lost. I hope that it can bring your family some comfort during this difficult time. “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” (Revelation 21:4) No doubt these words warm your heart. God has promised us that soon death will be no more, and we have the chance to be reunited with our loved ones again. What the Bible promises will come true, and you can enjoy its fulfillment in the near future.
Lou Anne Stucky says
Praying for a peace that passes understanding as you celebrate this great guy! Love you!