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Charlie Dean Gates

May 2, 1942 — July 21, 2022

Charlie Dean Gates, 80 of Harrell, entered into his heavenly home July 21 at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock. Born May 2, 1942 in Jersey, Arkansas to Charlie and Thelma Sorrells Gates, Charlie Dean was a retired logger and heavy equipment operator. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by brothers Doyle and Donnie, sisters Ollie Baker, Regina Webb, Jean Ivy, and Jackie Stevens, and grandson Shane McKinnie.
Left to forever cherish his memories are wife, Paula Sue Carter Gates, whom he married July 20, 1978, seven children: Charlyn Hackett, Charlie “Bubba” (Tara), Ashley Gates all of Hampton, Annette (Boomer) Brown of Arkadelphia, Charlene (Jeff) Dodson of Camden, Teresa Gates of ElDorado, and Melissa (George) Brewer of Smackover; fourteen grandchildren: Gracie, Conner, Caleb, Kaylie, Tammy, Valerie, Tiffany, Haley, Tony Allen, Cody, Lacie, Chase, Chance, and Marissa, twelve great grandchildren, and his sister Aline Haygood of Warren.
With a smile that could light up the room, Charlie Dean was known for his dry sense of humor and quick wit. A member of Dickinson Baptist Church of Harrell, he enjoyed fellowshipping with others and spending time reading his bible. Having never met a stranger, he was quick to speak to anyone and known as a friend to many. He enjoyed bream fishing, coon and deer hunting, having a large garden, Arkansas Razorback basketball, and trail riding with his prized pair of red mules. Anyone that knew him was sure of exactly what he thought, as he said precisely what came to mind.
Visitation will be Sunday July 24 from 6-8 at Victory Baptist Church in Hampton with funeral services Monday July 25 at 10am at Victory Baptist Church in Hampton. Burial at Camp Ground cemetery.
The family would like to offer our greatest thanks for all the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time.
Arrangements by Benton Funeral Home of Fordyce. To sign the online register visit www.bentonfuneralhome.net .
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