Obituary: Jimmie Darrell Cates

Jimmie Darrell Cates 1938 ~ 2007 Jimmie Darrell Cates, age 68, passes away peacefully with his family gathered around him, on May 18, 2007, after a courageous battle with cancer. Jimmie was born July 8, 1938 in Kilgore, Texas, to James Maldon and Ollie Mae Cates. Jimmie moved throughout the south as a youngster until his family settled in Pleasant Grove, Utah where he attended his senior year and graduated from Pleasant Grove High School. He met his Sweet Shoppe Sweetie, DeLene Storrs, and they were married on August 16, 1957, and made their home in American Fork. The marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Jimmie's life reflected his devotion to family, church and friends, and he always stood for hard work and integrity. He lived his belief that others' needs come first! He served in many church positions, including Bishop of the American Fork 12th and 22nd Wards, and was devoted to the best interests of the citizens of American Fork. He showed us how to lead a good life by his quiet example and strong belief in the Lord. While he is greatly missed by all, the wonderful memories will live forever in our hearts. Jimmie is survived by his Sweetie of American Fork; and their five children: Connie (Lynn) Roe, and Craig (Virginia) Cates, South Jordan; Darrell (Annette) Cates, American Fork; David (Suzanne) Cates, Saratoga Springs; Denise (Robert) Welcker, Cedar Hills; 18 grandchildren, four great-grand-children and four more on the way. Survived by three sisters in Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister. Funeral Services will be held Tues, May 22, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. in the American Fork 12th Ward, 673 E. 300 No. Friends may call Mon. from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson & Sons Mortuary, 49 East 100 North and Tuesday at the church from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the services. Burial in the American Fork Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to andersonmortuary.com