Anthony Kevin Gates 16, of Franklin, Massachusetts passed away suddenly on Monday June 12, 2023.He was the beloved son of Kevin and Theresa Gates and brother to Matthew and Michael.
Anthony was born on November 4, 2006, in Cambridge, Massachusetts and was a resident of the town of Franklin. As the youngest brother of three Anthony had to take two steps to his brother’s one and did with pleasure and confidence. He was fortunate to not only have two older mentors, but they were also best of friends. Anthony participated in all the sports the town had to offer, eventually choosing football as his focus. Anthony was a 6-year Franklin Panther Pop Warner alumni and the past 2 years a dedicated member of the Franklin High School Football Team. Heart, effort, grit, humor, empathy and wit are just a few of the descriptions attributed to Anthony throughout his much too short life.
Anthony was the grandson of (late) George and Elena Gates of Everett, Ma and (late) Robert and Marie Knight of Woburn, Ma as well as (late) James Ouimette of Dalton, Ma. In addition to his parents and brothers Anthony is survived by his many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral Monday June 19th at 9am from the Charles F. Oteri and Son Franklin Funeral Home, 33 Cottage Street followed by a funeral Mass in St Mary Church, 1 Church Square Franklin at 10am. A burial will follow at the parish cemetery.
Calling hours are Sunday from 2-6PM.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made in the name of Anthony Gates to the Franklin Police Association 911 Panther Way Franklin, MA 02038. Their selflessness and kindness touched our lives, leaving a lasting impact on our changing world.
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