Oats family reunion held

The Oates reunion was started about 40 years ago by Leta Mae (Oates) Gates. As the family grew getting together for Christmas was impossible so Leta decided to have Christmas in July. The first few years she had a Christmas tree and music and there was even a gift exchange. Now it is just a get together.
The group appreciates Dick Essenpries for running the train. It was a big hit with the kids as well as the adults. Everyone enjoyed the day.

Pictured: On laps in front - Aiden Gates, Patrick Boyles, Oliver Oates, Aubrie Oates, Alisa Oates. Seated - Larry Gates, Pat Oates, Mary Oates, Allison Oates, Heath Oates, Tessa Oates. Row 3 - Sherri Oates, Danny McElwain, Clint McElwain, Becky McElwain, Sharon Gates, Ashley the dog, Dwight Gates, Laura Gates, Nathan Oates, Riley Boyles, Jamie Gates. Back - Alexis Boyles, Jeff Boyles, Joe Boyles, Patricia Boyles, Caleb Oates, Sherrie Moore, Phillip Oates, Matthew McElwain, Kevin Gates.