William Daniel Scates

SSG William "Daniel" Scates was born on March 8, 1976, in Oklahoma City, OK. He is survived by his beloved wife, Raquel Vega Scates and two beautiful daughters, Jade Alexis and Kendra Renee' Scates; his mother Moreana Whitson, step-father Randy Whitson, sisters, Shannon and Courtney; and many relatives as well as many very dear friends. Daniel proudly served his country with courage and gave his life on August 11, 2007, in Arab Jabour, Iraq, while serving his 3rd tour of duty in Iraq. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 23, 2007 at Sunset Funeral Home West with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 24Th at St. Michael's on Fort Bliss. Internment with Full Military Honors will be at 11:30 a.m. on Friday at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. It was at Daniel's request that he be buried at Fort Bliss. A Memorial Service will be held in Oklahoma City, OK at a later date. A Tree Dedication Ceremony will also be held in Daniel's honor at Fort Stewart, GA in September. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-West, 480 N. Resler, El Paso, TX 79912, (915) 587-4408. Please visit our online register book at www.sunsetfuneralhomes.net