Robert Gates Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Robert Douglas 'Doug' Gates, 61, passed away at Memorial Hermann Hospital on May 23. Born in Winnfield, Louisiana on October 20, 1952, Doug was raised in La Marque, Texas and then attended Texas A & M University where he earned a degree in Civil Engineering. The majority of Doug's career was spent in the steel industry working for U.S. Steel Texas Works and Jindal Steel. In his retirement, he owned and operated a solar screen and home repair business and also worked at Shay's Jewelry as a watchmaker. Doug was preceded in death by his mother and father (Huey and Alice Gates) and two brothers (Glen Gates and Tommy Gates). He is survived by his beloved mate, Sharon Rogers of Baytown; son Casey Gates (and wife Traci) of Beaumont; grandson Carson Daniel Gates of Beaumont; brothers Kenneth Gates and Don Roberts of California; nephew Joseph Gates of La Grange; and grandson-by-choice Tyler Leoser of Baytown. Doug enjoyed sports, music, hunting, cooking and fulfilling his bucket list of travel and adventure. A memorial service for Doug is planned for Sunday, June 8, at 5:00 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, 5010 North Main Street in Baytown to be officiated by Rev. Micki Rios. Donations (in lieu of other remembrances) may be made in Doug's memory to the American Diabetes Association, 2400 Augusta Drive, Ste. 175, Houston, TX 77057.