Madisyn Cates wrote: “on June 18th, 2021 Heaven gained the most beautiful angel. She was a hard working mother, a great friend, and a strong survivor. She battled cancer with everything she had. Her faith in God and the love for her family and friends kept her pushing for many years. She was an amazing mother, aunt, sister, friend, and role model for so many.”

Jessica’s sister Surette Groves wrote: “Jessica Jean (Cody)Cates was born on April 25th, 1970 and died on June 18th, 2021. She lost her fight with cancer. She passed away at her daughter’s home in Reno with her children at her side. Jessica was preceded by her Mother, Eileen Cody, William Cody, Uncle, Larry Pitsor, Grandfather, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. She was a loving mother to 4 children and 2 stepchildren. Jessica was sweet and loving sister to Surette Groves & James Brown, and two step-brothers William and James Weir. She was loved by many friends. Jessica attended and Graduated from Yerington High School in 1988.”
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