DORTHY "BUZZIE" PARKER GATES , age 74, of Hudson, loved by so many, passed away November 17, 2012. Elmer, her husband of 51 years will miss her every day, as will her daughters Lisa Parker Gates of Chicago, and Linda Parker Gates of Bethesda, her grandchildren Sabrina Greene (17), Owen Greene (14), William Gates (10), and John Gates (8), and her extended family. Buzz was a steadfast friend to many, and touched countless lives during her 40 years as an elementary school teacher in the Euclid Public Schools. A memorial service will be held on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2012 AT 11:00 A.M. AT THE CHARLES R. BLESSING FUNERAL HOME, 8592 DARROW RD, TWINSBURG, OH (one half mile south of I-480 Rt. 91 exit). Family suggests donations may be made in her name to the charity of the donor''s choice.