Theodora Gates 71, of Texarkana, AR went to be with our Lord on October 6, 2020. She was a loving woman of her community. She is preceded in death by her father and mother, James and Lizzie Lewis, and a brother Henry James Lewis.

She is survived by her three daughters, LaSundria Roberson, LaWanda Lewis and Morganette Gates of Texarkana, AR; seven grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Graveside services under the direction of Haynes Mortuary, Inc. will be Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Chapelwood Memorial Gardens. Visitation/viewing will be Monday, October 12, 2020 from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. at the mortuary.