My visit with a GREAT MOM: Pat Gates
by Jeff
I had the a really meaningful visit with Pat Gates a few days ago. I met Pat shortly after her son Stephen was killed in a hit-and-run accident in 2003. Stephen was UNC alumnus and a Tar Heel Sports Network reporter and the family lives in Greensboro. “Stephen’s law” was created as a result of his death which requires passengers of a vehicle involved in an accident to remain at the scene until police can complete their investigation. Pat and husband George, fought to get the law passed and it was applied on the first day. As a result of the Gates’ determination, there will be accountibility and justice in those kinds of situations where there was once none.
Pat is such a wonderful lady and a great mom. I was pleased to hear from her and repect her a greal deal. Her daughter is doing very well and will be attending law school in the Fall!
I’m not surprised……