Brian P. Gates

HOWARD - Brian P. Gates, 54, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

He was born November 24, 1969 in Bellefonte a son of Barry E. and Mary E. (McCartney) Gates.

Brian was married on September 10, 1994 to the former Heather S. Berube who survives. They celebrated 30 years of marriage together.

He worked 17 years at Graymont, Inc., in Pleasant Gap, & also enjoyed working in the woods with friends & family.

Brian was a 1988 graduate of Bald Eagle Area High School, wrestling all throughout his high school career. He enjoyed camping with His family and friends and was an avid hunter. Spending many hours with his children hunting over the years.

Brian loved spending time with his family playing cards, backyard football & wiffle ball. He was a member of the Howard Christian Church, attending various events over the years with his children and friends, always bringing a laugh wherever he went. 

Surviving are his wife and his mother of Howard; also, his son Joseph B. (Bridget Lutz) Gates, of Howard and three daughters; Sara M. (Derek Thomas) Reish of Hawk Run, Emily K. (Kaelyn Davis) Gates of Howard and Sarah Mae (Andrew) Rogstad of Pensacola, FL.

He is also survived by his five grandchildren, Aria Mae (10), Linkin (5), Landon (5), Owen (3), and Elijah (1).

Also surviving are his two sisters, Heather Williard and Rebecca Stiles and several nieces and nephews.

Brian was preceded in death by his father and his brother Benjamin.

A Memorial service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Howard Christian Church, 367 Walnut St., Howard with Pastor Don Crane officiating.

Visitation for family and friends will be held from 11- 1 p.m. at the church.

Helt Funeral Chapel, Mill Hall has charge of the arrangements.