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April “Dawn” Gates

April 19, 1965 - September 15, 2023

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Visitation
Tucker Funeral Home
113 North Third Street
Central City, KY 42330
270-754-1551 |
Monday 9/18, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Service
Tucker Funeral Home
113 North Third Street
Central City, KY 42330
270-754-1551 |
Tuesday 9/19, 12:00 pm

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Cemetery
Memorial Gardens Cemetery
3570 US Hwy 62 E
Powderly, KY 42367

POWDERLY- April “Dawn” Gates, 58, of Powderly passed away peacefully on Friday, September 15, 2023. Dawn was born on April 19th, 1965 at Muhlenberg County Hospital to Bobby and Nevon Webb. She was a member of Elkton Road Church. Dawn was a starter on the Muhlenberg Central girls basketball team. The 1982-1983 team was the first women’s team to be inducted into the Muhlenberg County Athletic Hall of Fame. Dawn loved her family fiercely, traveling and spending time with her Ha-Ha sisters, playing bunco, UK basketball, and the beach. Her greatest title was Mimi. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Bryant and Opal Creager and Sylvester and Mary Webb.

She is survived by her husband, Gary Gates; son, Justin (Megan) Gates; daughter, Whitney (Kevin) Peay; grandchildren, McKinley and Ella Gates, Bryant and Ali Dawn Peay; parents, Bobby and Nevon Webb; brother, Troy (Laura) Webb; sister-in-law, Karen (Keith) White; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 12:00 PM at Tucker Funeral Home in Central City with Bill Bryant officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Gardens in Powderly. Visitation will be Monday, September 18, 2023 from 5:00-8:00 PM at the funeral home. Online condolences can be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.

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Visitation
Tucker Funeral Home
113 North Third Street
Central City, KY 42330
270-754-1551 | Map
Monday 9/18, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Tucker Funeral Home
113 North Third Street
Central City, KY 42330
270-754-1551 | Map
Tuesday 9/19, 12:00 pm
Cemetery
Memorial Gardens Cemetery
3570 US Hwy 62 E
Powderly, KY 42367
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POWDERLY- April “Dawn” Gates, 58, of Powderly passed away peacefully on Friday, September 15, 2023. Dawn was born on April 19th, 1965 at Muhlenberg County Hospital to Bobby and Nevon Webb. She was a member of Elkton Road Church. Dawn was a starter on the Muhlenberg Central girls basketball team. The 1982-1983 team was theContinue Reading

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Michele Shanks left a message on January 2, 2024:
In memory of April “Dawn” Gates, Michele Shanks lit a candle
Frank Mayes left a message on September 20, 2023:
My sincere condolences to you and your family
Sonya Henderson left a message on September 19, 2023:
Nothing I can say will ease your pain, buy I am forever sorry for your losing someone so special. Dawn was the best sister in law I could ever had. Love and prayers to all of you.
Tabitha Hendrix left a message on September 18, 2023:
Words cannot express the sorrow you are feeling. Please remember the light, laughter and love she had for you, family, and friends. Praying for you and the entire family.
Sherry Laster Vincent left a message on September 18, 2023:
There are no words that can express enough at this time for the loss of Dawn to you Gary or her family. May God bless and comfort you and Dawn's family and close Friends. Keeping you each in my prayers with love , classmate, Sherry Vincent
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Jenna Brashear left a message on September 18, 2023:
So sorry to hear this news. Thinking of you, Whitney, Justin, Megan, and family.
Lana K Loy left a message on September 18, 2023:
In memory of April “Dawn” Gates, Lana K Loy lit a candle
Sandra Shepherd left a message on September 18, 2023:
In memory of April “Dawn” Gates, Sandra Shepherd lit a candle
Jimmie Lynn croger left a message on September 17, 2023:
I am so sorry for the families loss. I worked several years at the hospital with her. I will be praying for the family.
Jimmie Lynn croger left a message on September 17, 2023:
I am so sorry for the families loss. I worked several years at the hospital with her. I will be praying for the family.
Kevin & LeAnn Wells left a message on September 17, 2023:
Gary and family, Our deepest sympathies for your loss. We are praying for all of you. May God bless you.
Sandra Whitworth left a message on September 17, 2023:
In memory of April “Dawn” Gates, Sandra Whitworth lit a candle
D Dennis left a message on September 17, 2023:
Gary, Troy, Whitney, Justin & family, Deepest sympathy on your loss of precious Dawn. She will be greatly missed ?
Jane left a message on September 17, 2023:
In memory of April “Dawn” Gates, Jane lit a candle
Jane left a message on September 17, 2023:
In memory of April “Dawn” Gates, Jane lit a candle
Jane left a message on September 17, 2023:
In memory of April “Dawn” Gates, Jane lit a candle
Terry and LaDonna left a message on September 17, 2023:
In memory of April “Dawn” Gates, Terry and LaDonna lit a candle
Eva Laster left a message on September 17, 2023:
We will miss your sweet smile and dimples! You have been a ray of light in our family. Praying for our family to have strength and grace.
Tucker Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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