Home > Canada > British Columbia > Greater Vancouver Regional District > North Vancouver > North Vancouver Cemetery > Capt James Francis “Jim” Cates

Capt James Francis “Jim” Cates

View larger map

Birth	:	13 May 1909 North Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, British Columbia, Canada
Death	:	10 Oct 1967 North Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, British Columbia, Canada
Burial	:	North Vancouver Cemetery, North Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate	:	49.3234406, -123.0176926
Plot	:	100 - 008
Inscription	:	CATES/ Capt. James Francis/ 1909 - 1967/ In Loving Memory
Description	:	Captain James Cates, who served on Vancouver harbor tugs nearly 40 years, died Tues, Oct 10, 1967, in Lions Gate Hospital after a long illness. Captain Cates, 58, was vice-president of C.H. Cates & Sons Tugs Ltd., the pioneer harbor towing firm founded by his father, which he joined as a deckhand at the age of 16. North Vancouver's Mayor Carrie Cates is a sister-in-law. Born in North Vancouver, Captain Cates shared his family's interest in politics and community affairs. He was an Alderman in North Vancouver in 1964 before ill health forced him to resign.... Read More	Captain James Cates, who served on Vancouver harbor tugs nearly 40 years, died Tues, Oct 10, 1967, in Lions Gate Hospital after a long illness. Captain Cates, 58, was vice-president of C.H. Cates & Sons Tugs Ltd., the pioneer harbor towing firm founded by his father, which he joined as a deckhand at the age of 16. North Vancouver's Mayor Carrie Cates is a sister-in-law. Born in North Vancouver, Captain Cates shared his family's interest in politics and community affairs. He was an Alderman in North Vancouver in 1964 before ill health forced him to resign. From that time he worked in the office of the company. His surviving brother, Capt. John Cates, is a former North Van MLA and one-time provincial minister of labor. Capt. Charlie Cates, another brother, who died several years ago, was a North Vancouver mayor and alderman. Besides his widow, Helen, at the family residence at 223 W 26th, Capt. Cates leaves a son, Jim, a daughter, Mrs. Robin Heiliger, both of North Vancouver, and 7 grandchildren. Source: Vancouver Sun, Oct 1967, "Tug Executive James Cates Dead at 58".

frequently asked questions (FAQ):

Where is Capt James Francis “Jim” Cates's memorial?
Capt James Francis “Jim” Cates's memorial is located at: North Vancouver Cemetery, North Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada.
When did Capt James Francis “Jim” Cates death?
Capt James Francis “Jim” Cates death on 10 Oct 1967 in North Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, British Columbia, Canada
Where are the coordinates of the Capt James Francis “Jim” Cates's memorial?
Latitude: 49.3234406
Longitude: -123.0176926

Family Members:

Parent

Capt Charles Henry Cates Sr.

(1859 - 1938)

Mary Wilhelmina “Minnie” Barrow Cates

(1874 - 1950)

Spouse

Helen Kathleen Johnson Cates

(1913 - 1999)

Siblings

Capt John Henry Cates

(1896 - 1986)

Capt Charles Warren “Charlie” Cates

(1899 - 1960)

Theresa Ann “Tress” Cates McManus

(1912 - 2005)

Ellen Elizabeth “Nellie” Cates Mitchell

(1914 - 1983)

Baby Stillborn Male Cates

(1915 - 1915)

Children

Charles Henry Cates Jr.

(1934 - 1937)

Capt James Andrew “Jimmy” Cates

(1935 - 2004)

Flowers:

Nearby Cemetories:

1. North Shore Crematorium
North Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.3242300, -123.0194400

2. Boal Chapel Memorial Gardens
North Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.3214400, -123.0219100

3. Burrard Indian Reserve Cemetery
North Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.3084100, -122.9907000

4. St. Martin's Anglican Church
North Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.3380400, -123.0688900

5. Pacific Heritage Cemetery
Burnaby, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2693787, -123.0112762

6. Beth Israel Cemetery and Memorial Garden
Burnaby, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2693900, -123.0047100

7. Saint James Anglican Church Columbarium
Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2825070, -123.0971980

8. Capilano View Cemetery
West Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.3378400, -123.1235200

9. Forest Lawn Memorial Park
Burnaby, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2470016, -122.9919968

10. Stanley Park Pioneer Cemetery
Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.3013830, -123.1566360

11. Mountain View Cemetery
Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2379990, -123.0930023

12. Vancouver Crematorium
Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2337020, -123.0921130

13. Ocean View Burial Park
Burnaby, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2190018, -123.0165024

14. Saint Stephen the Martyr Anglican Memorial Garden
Burnaby, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2537730, -122.8947640

15. Canadian Memorial United Church Memorial Garden
Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2573100, -123.1467000

16. De Pencier Memorial Garden
Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2452260, -123.1379340

17. Robinson Memorial Park
Coquitlam, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2540600, -122.8792700

18. Shaughnessy Heights United Church Memorial Gardens
Vancouver, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2416470, -123.1412890

19. Douglas Road Cemetery
New Westminster, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2155610, -122.9293810

20. Saint Peter's Roman Catholic Cemetery
New Westminster, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2229805, -122.9006653

21. Fraser Cemetery
New Westminster, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2220001, -122.8980026

22. Woodlands Memorial Garden
New Westminster, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2160700, -122.9019000

23. Schara Tzedeck Cemetery
New Westminster, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.1984600, -122.9547400

24. Old British Columbia Penitentiary Cemetery
New Westminster, Greater Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Coordinate: 49.2168800, -122.8990300