Barbara Cates

Barbara Cates, 73, of Kankakee, passed away Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at her home. She was born January 10, 1948 in Kankakee, the daughter of Charles and Agnes (Larson) Hall. Barbara worked for Lang Distributing and Bunge. She also worked as a hospitality manager for many years. She loved going out to eat and spending time with friends and family. She enjoyed the outdoors, going on vacation with her sister, shopping, watching HGTV,and attending craft shows. She was an avid supporter of Toys 4 Tots. Barbara is survived by her son, Bob Best of Kankakee; daughter, Carrie (Kevin) McPherson of New Mexico; sister, Cindy (Scott) Thompson of Kankakee; three grandchildren, Roger, Connor, and Logan; nieces, Amy Torres of St. Anne and Melissa (Keith) Pommier of Kankakee; great nieces, Sophia Tores and Olivia Pommier; great Nephew, Daniel Pommier; and best friends, Sharon and Donna. She is preceded in death by a brother, Roger Hall and her parents. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Barbara’s honor to Uplifted Care. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.