Gates: Passed away after a brief battle with cancer on Monday, January 3rd 2022 at age 64. Predeceased by his parents Mary & Robert Kretchmer; brother, Bobby; sister, Sue Buscemi. Survived by his wife of 41 years, Sharon (Batista); daughter, Danielle Karns; son-in-law, Chris Karns; grandchildren, CJ & Bella; siblings, Johnny "Dragon" & Ed; several nieces, nephews and many close friends who were family.
Calling Hours will be held from 2-5 PM on Saturday, January 8th at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 2636 Ridgeway Ave., Rochester, NY 14626.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the:
Ronald McDonald House
333 Westmoreland Drive
Rochester, New York 14620
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Humane Society at Lollipop Farm
99 Victor Road
Fairport New York 14450
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