Marcy Cates

October 3, 1951 - March 3, 2016

Marcy Cates, 64, of Dix, and formerly of Salem and Centralia, passed away 4:50 p.m., Thursday, March 3, 2016, at White Oak Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, in Mt. Vernon. She was born October 3, 1951, in Salem, Illinois, the daughter of Wayne and Marie (Davis) Cates. She graduated from Salem High School, and prior to her retirement, worked as a Telephone Operator. She loved animals and enjoyed feeding and taking care of stray animals. She also enjoyed traveling, and was enjoying her retirement. She is survived by one brother, Jim Cates and wife Raegena of Salem; two sisters, Cindy Henry of Modesto, California, and Keli Cates of Michigan; Several cousins, nieces, and a nephew; and two aunts, Darlene Ballard and husband Trent of Mt. Vernon, and Vena Fischer of Kansas. She was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, and one niece, Jessica Cates. In accordance with Ms. Cates wishes, cremation rites have been accorded, and a private memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial gifts may be made to the Centralia Humane Society House of Hope, and will be accepted at the Osborn Funeral Home, who has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.osbornfuneral.com, or on Facebook.