Nancy Jean Cates (MacPherson) passed away on December 2, 2013 in Channelview, Texas after battling cancer. She was born on August 27, 1951 in Toms River, New Jersey to Donald and Annette MacPherson. She is survived by her son David Lee Cates, daughter-in-law Christa, and granddaughter Olivia. Nancy loved water activities and managed a private lake named after her dog Tiki in 2005, where her large family created cherished summer memories together.