Ronnie Gates Obituary in Augusta at Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home

Obituary For Ronnie Gates

Ronnie Gates Sr (Wally) 60, was born on October 26, 1963, Atlanta, GA., to the late James J.C. and Jewel I. Gates. He received his education in the public schools of Fulton County, Booker T. Washington, High School, Atlanta GA.

At a very young age he became a member of Second Mount Olive Baptist Church, Atlanta GA., under the leadership of the late Rev. Johnny L. Jones, and later in life he became a member of Laura Grove Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership of Pastor A.J. Saunders where he and his family recommitted their lives to God on October 9, 2022. He served as a faithful member until his transition on January 17, 2024.

Ronnie was like a ray of sunshine whenever he entered a room. He will make you laugh and smile. His energy was so positive, even on days he didn’t feel his best. He loved everyone he met and everybody loved him. He never met a stranger. Ronnie was a true reflection of a family man, a provider and a protector.

For more than thirty years Ronnie worked as a long haul driver and was known in the trucking community as MAJIK. He would often say when his truck hit that black pavement it’s like Majik baby!!

Ronnie was joined in Holy Matrimony to his dedicated and loving wife Mrs. Zena S. Gates on April 24, 2015, of almost nine years. He was preceded in death by his father and mother James J.C. and Jewell I. Gates and a son Edmond Irvin.

He leaves behind loving memories to be cherished by his beloved wife, Zena S. Gates; three sons, James Stewart Jr. (Fredriqua) Loveland CO., Ronnie Gates Jr., Jacksonville FL., Demarcus T. McGruder III, Augusta GA.; two precious daughters, Iyanna N. Gates Atlanta GA., and Zaria C. McGruder, Augusta GA.; four siblings, Janice (Oscar) Pettigrew, Ellenwood GA., Terrina (Michael) Campbell, Douglasville GA., Jimmy (Lytricia) Gates, and James Gates Jr., both of Mableton GA.; two granddaughters, Zipporah Stewart and Raniya Gates; three grandsons, James Stewart III, Josiah Stewart and Elijah Irvin; a loving father and mother in-law Deacon Edward and Minister Christine Samuel, a loving father-in-law Deacon Elvis N. Reed and a loving sister-in-law Lakia C. Wallace; aunts, uncles and a host of cousins, nieces and nephews and other family and friends.

Funeral service will be10:00 AM, Saturday January 27, 2024, at Laura Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 122 Burning Bush Lane, Clarks Hill, SC. Public viewing Friday the 26th from 2 PM to 6 PM, at Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858

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Praying for condolences and peace Gail Irvin Terry Irvin Gregory Williams.

Cousin Ronnie was always a sweet soul. He was caring and loved his family. He will be missed but never forgotten. ♥️♥️♥️

Sending my prayers and sincere condolences to you Zena and the Gates family. May God be with you during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss. Love you all!!💞💞 Sharon M. Donald

Sending my prayers and sincere condolences to Zena and the Gates family. So sorry for your loss. Love you all.❣️❣️

Expressing my deepest sympathy on behalf of the Cutter and Lyle Family.
Dr. Ruthie D. Lyle

Sorry for your loss keeping you and the kids in my prayers. Wishing healing and peace and strength!!!

Yolanda Thompson

You are always in my heart. Love transcends death. May God's grace and mercy wrap in His loving embrace. Love you always your sister and brother n law. Janice and Oscar

My Dearest Son in Love, I will always remember your sweet voice and warm smile and our many conversations. You were one of the best friends and human being of God's creation. Sleep well my son. Love Always and Forever. Momma Christine.