Stephen H. Cates

Stephen Harold Cates, 57, of Grandview, MO, died Thursday, March 17, 2011, after a long battle with heart and lung disease. Visitation will be from 6-8pm, Monday, March 21, at McGilley & George Funeral Home in Grandview, MO. A memorial service will be held at 10am, Tuesday, March 22, at The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, KS. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Community LINC Pediatric Wellness Clinic, 4012-14 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO, 64110 or Victory Junction Children's Charity (www.victoryjuntion.org). Steve was born December 28, 1953, in Kansas City, MO, grew up in Stillwell, Kansas, and moved to South Kansas City as an adult. He was a member of the first graduating class of Blue Valley High School and attended Pittsburg State University. Cates was an avid sportsman, including fishing, competitive BBQ, the Chiefs, the Jayhawks and NASCAR. He was a member of the Grandview Elks Lodge and the Stillwell Lion's Club. Steve was well-versed in auto repair, beginning his career at Napa Auto Parts and serving for years as a store manager for CarQuest Auto Parts. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ura C. Cates and Nadine P. Cates. He is survived by his son, Dustin (Raymond); his brother Walter (Rita); his sister Carol Mills (Richard); dear friends Brenda Overly, Pam Clarke and Patsy McKay; step-children Amy Grant and Leslie Crowder (Tyrone); and grandchildren Alyssa, Amaya, Cameron and Hailey. Condolences may be made at www.mcgilleygeorgegrandview.com (arrangements by McGilley & George Funeral Home 12913 Grandview Rd. Grandview, MO 64030 816-966-0250)