Gater, Carolyn L. (nee Schiller) Blessed mother, grandmother, and friend to all; and long-time employee of BAE Systems, passed away in her Columbia Heights home on Sunday, April 12, 2015 at the age of 73. Carolyn will always be remembered for her quick wit, love of horses and books, sense of humor and selfless personality. Preceded in death by parents, John and Ethyl Schiller; husband, Charles Gater; son, Jason Gater; brother, Harry "Buck" Schiller. Survived by daughter, Jenna (Jim) McDonald and their children Connor, Ryan, Ben; sister, Deanna Nowack; many other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held for Carolyn at 2PM on Saturday, May 9th at Cremation Society of MN, 7835 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Park, gathering one half hour prior.