Phyllis Ann Gates,  of Dexter Missouri, daughter of William Tucker and the late Nora Lee (Bruce) Tucker  was born on October 8, 1957  in Sikeston, Missouri and   passed from this life on February 3, 2023, at  Poplar Bluff, Missouri, at the age of 65.

Phyllis had lived in Southeast Missouri most of her life. She was of the Protestant  Faith. She loved animals  and truly loved horses. At one time even owned a pet monkey.  Most of all she  loved spending time with family and friends, and spoiling grand child.  

She  is survived by father William (Carolyn) Tucker: one son Christopher Gates of Bonne Terre, Missouri; many Nephews as well as a host of family and friends.

Phyllis was preceded in death by her mother; one brother Danny Ray Tucker; one sister Christina Faye Ballard; one grand daughter Hollie Gean Gilmore Gates of Newport, Arkansas; one great grand daughter Addylin Renee Gilmore.

A Graveside service  will be held on Thursday, February 9, 2023,  at 2:00 P.M. at Garden Memorial Cemetery in Sikeston, Missouri, with Pastor Lynn Ash  officiating and Watkins And Sons Funeral of Dexter in charge of arrangements.