Randall B. Wates, age 59 of Crete, Illinois, formerly of Zion, Illinois, passed away August 31, 2017. Beloved fiancé of Mary Apking. Loving father of Andrew Haskins, Diane Saavedra-Rivera and Aaron Haskins. Cherished grandfather of one granddaughter. Devoted son of Agnes (late Hurshell) Robison-Wates. Dear brother of Steven (Patricia) Wates, Kevin Wates and Leanna Domalik. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Memorial gathering to be held at later date in Zion, Illinois. Arrangement entrusted to Smits, Steger Memorial Chapel, 3045 Chicago Rd, Steger, Illinois. Interment private. Information (708) 755-6100 or visit www.smitsfh.com