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AARON PAUL GATES

Aaron Paul Gates, 34 Clinton, passed away suddenly Monday, Sept. 18, 2023 in Knoxville.

He loved spending time with his family and had a great love for his children, nieces and nephews. He had great enjoyment in making people laugh. Aaron loved the outdoors, the mountains, hiking and skateboarding, fishing, and riding four wheelers.

Aaron loved the mother (Celeste) of his children.

Aaron was preceded in death by: Father, Brian Gates; grandparents, Paul and Gail Gates and Kathy Scheibel.

He is survived by: Mother, Kim Halloun and husband Kamil of Clinton; grandfather, Jim Kirby; son, Gray Gates; daughters, Ariana Gates and Briana (Bri) Gates; sisters, Aleisha Gates and significant other Kenny Chambers of Knoxville, Ashley Hakes and husband Ricky of Jacksboro, Kaycee Treacy and husband Luke of Georgia, and Ciara Kirby of Clinton; uncle, Kenny Kirby of Clinton; aunt, Nicki Steelman and husband Brandon of Oak Ridge.

He also leaves behind several nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A memorial service for Aaron will be announced at a later date.

Jones Mortuary in Clinton is honored to serve the family of Aaron Gates.