Christopher Gates Obituary Gates, Christopher Edward Age 54, of Wayzata, passed away November 24, 2005, of Melanoma. Preceded in death by son Matthew. Survived by daughters, Angela (J.C.) Cooke, Emily Gates; sons, Alex, Jon and Andrew; grandchildren, Abigail Cooke and Annabelle Gates; parents, Walter and Joan Gates; brothers, Wally (Jill), Byron (Theresa), Tony (Kerri) and Elliot (Andrea); nieces, nephews, other loving relatives and friends. Memorial service 2PM Tuesday at Valley of Peace Lutheran Church, 4735 Bassett Creek Drive, Golden Valley (corner of Bassett Creek Drive and Noble) with visitation 1/2 hour prior to service at church. Memorials preferred. Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery