Obituary of Michelle E. Gates

Michelle E. Gates, 41, of Ocala, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 3, 2010. Michelle was a very loving and caring person who thrived in helping others. She also cherished her family, especially her two daughters. She enjoyed spending time with her dog, Mitch, whom meant the world to her. Michelle was preceded in death by both her paternal and maternal grandparents. She is survived by her daughters, Sydney E. Currier and Victoria P. Gates; parents, John and Susan Pelton; sister, Kelly Fedirko (Anthony); step-grandmother, Patricia Gallant; aunts, Gail Gallant and Laurie Beaumont; along with numerous other family and friends. A celebration and gathering of her life will be held on Wednesday, June 9, 2010 between 5-7 PM at Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services- TimberRidge, 9695 SW 110th St. Ocala, FL. Inurnment will be held privately by the family at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Marion County Humane Society.