Arline R. Gates, age 89, of Willard, Ohio passed away on October 14, 2025.
She was born on February 20, 1936 to the late Gerald and Rosalia Eberly of Monroeville, Ohio. Arline was married to Harold Gates and together they had 3 children: Janet, Gerald, and Jean.
She enjoyed playing cards at the Snake Road Coon Hunters Club and going to casinos. She was often watching the Sports channel and followed The Guardians religiously.
Arline retired from Pioneer Balloon Company in Willard where she was a supervisor. She spoke fondly of all her coworkers and enjoyed many recent visits from them.
She is survived by her children: Janet (Joseph) Androsac and Gerald Gates; Granddaughter Amanda (Daniel) Bowser; Great-Grandchildren Nickolas Bowser (fiancée Alexis Lutz) and Allyson Bowser (fiancée Charles Schaub); and Brother William Eberly.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving companion Green Collins Jr., Daughter Jean Davis, Son-in-law Dennis Davis, Niece Mindy Eberly, and Nephew Michael Eberly.
The family extends a heartfelt gratitude to Southern Care Milan Hospice. Special thanks to Madison and Samantha for their compassion and loving care.
Respecting her wishes, there will be no service.
Please consider donating in her name to:
-Richland County Coon Hunters, 849 Snake Rd., Shiloh, OH 44878 -OR-
-Southern Care Hospice Milan, 9501 US Hwy 250 N. Ste. 2, Milan, OH 44846
Secor Funeral Home in Willard is assisting with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.SecorFuneralHomes.com