William S. Gates, 61, of Belgium Rd., Baldwinsville, died Tuesday, February 19, 2013. He was born in Syracuse, NY and was an independent carpenter. He was a graduate of CW Baker High School in Baldwinsville and attended SUNY Potsdam. He was loved by many and will be missed by all.

Survived by his son Austin, daughter Adrienne Chappell, brother David, sister Joanne Perkins and mother Ann Z. Gates. He was predeceased by his father H. Sterling Gates.

Calling hours will be 2-5pm Saturday, February 23, 2013 at Falardeau Funeral Home, 93 Downer St. Baldwinsville, NY. Services and burial will be private.