Norman B. Gates

Topeka — A memorial service for Col. Norman B. Gates, 76, Topeka, will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at East Side Baptist Church in Topeka.Col. Gates died Monday, Dec. 8, 2008. He was born Aug. 7, 1932, the son of Charles and Mary Gates. He had previously lived in Lawrence.He served in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for 23 years. He married Carol Jester on Aug. 14, 1954, in Chanute. Survivors include five children, Gwen, Sandy, Brian, Eric and Dana; six granddaughters; and three great-grandsons. The family suggests memorials to His Way Ministry, P.O. Box 400, Ottawa, KS 66067, or East Side Baptist Church, for Missions, 4425 SE 29th St., Topeka, KS 66605. Penwell-Gabel Mid Town Chapel is assisting with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent at PenwellGabel.com.