Allegan Twp., MI, died Thursday, November 15, 2007 at her home. Mrs. Kates was born November 15, 1944 in Allegan, the daughter of Leo and Elizabeth (Stuck) Eichler. Surviving are 3 children, Dora Todd and Brian Nyboer of Fennville, Ernest and Teresa McDaniel of Allegan, and William McDaniel and Kelly Dickinson of Nashville, MI; 10 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; several brothers and sisters, many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Memorial services, conducted by the Allegan Eagles, will be held Monday at 6 p.m. at the Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel.