William Joseph Gates, 80, of Longwood, Florida passed away on September 17, 2020. Mr. Gates was born on October 23, 1939 in Washington, District of Columbia. He is preceded in death by his twin brothers and one sister. Mr. Gates is survived by his loving wife Pat Gates; children Mara (Steve) McDaniel, Bill Gates, Chris (Marlena) Gates and Kerry Greco; siblings Mary Parker and Elaine Charney; 12 grandchildren as well as many loved ones and friends.