Ronnie Cates

Ronnie Cates passed away March 1, 2024 at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital. He is preceded in death by parents, Howard and Anna Cates. Survived by devoted companion, Paulester G. Jackson, sister, Bridget Tate, foster sister, Belinda Jackson, brothers, Anthony Cates and Michael Shawn Cates; goddaughter, Shemika Jackson; and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members. Family will receive friends, Friday March 8, 2024 from 4 to 4:30, at Jarnigan and Son Chapel, 2823 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue Knoxville, TN 37914, with funeral services to follow. Rev. Steve Simpson officiating. Final Arrangements by Jarnigan and Son Mortuary