Irene S. Gates, 63, of Ranchos de Taos, passed away unexpectedly on March 22, 2011. She was formerly of Sonoma, CA and currently served as the Secretary to the Drug Court in Taos. Most may remember her best from her previous job at 10,000 Wags where she worked for many years with the animals she loved. She is survived by her loving husband Robert Gates, daughters Christine Sanders and Deanna Sanders, and grandchildren Emma Lopez-Sanders and Devin Sanders.
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2011 at 2 PM at Rivera Chapel. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Stray Hearts.