Alma Gates, 82, of Morganton died Wednesday, June 26, 2019. Born in Burke County, NC on September 30, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Edger Saulmon and Alice Chester Saulmon. Alma was an avid reader and enjoyed puzzle books.
Mrs. Gates is survived by her son, Jeff Avery of Morganton; brothers, Tom Saulmon, Bruce “Woody” Saulmon, and Ben Saulmon; and sisters, Pat Peterson and Jane Lynk.
In addition to her parents, Alma was preceded in death by her husband, Dayton Leo Gates, Jr.; and brothers, Jack and Donald “Squeak” Saulmon.
No services are planned at this time.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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