Sophia Liz Gates

Sophia Liz Gates 

12-22-1972 06-01-2026

With profound sadness and endless love we announce the passing of our beautiful mother Sophia Liz Gates.

Sophia was born on December 22nd 1972 in Walnut Creek California to David Michael Collins and Zora Collins.

Throughout Sophia's life she was admired for her cooking and singing. She even got to sing in a band with her father. Sophia was the proudest mother of three beautiful children and she was an even prouder grandmother. Everyone knew how much Sophia loved her grandbabies. They were her absolute most pride and joy.

Sophia had a deep passion for music which she got from her father. She also enjoyed fishing and was great at it. Sophia taught all three of her children everything they know about fishing. She was named "King Fisher Woman" by her family and she was proud of that as well.

Sophia was soft, kind, and generous. She lived a life defined by love and compassion. Sophia believed in our savior and the power of prayer. Her voice, smile, and presence will be missed. Sophia passed away peacefully and surrounded by love on June 1st 2026.

Sophia is survived by her Partner Randy Gates, Mother Zora Stortzum, Brothers Troy Campbell, Jason Stroh, and Ryan Spiers, Daughters Jackie Homan (Brandon Swensen), Rachel Collings (Lance), and Son Samuel Collins Grandchildren Rylee Swensen, Reese Swensen, Nichole Collings, Kayleigh Swensen, Xulan Swensen, Cyrus Collings, and Xyan Swensen.

Preceding her in death is her father Michael Collins, her brother Cody Stroh, and many more family members and friends.

Services will be held on June 8th in Lyman Wy at the Bridger Valley Baptist Church

Viewing at 2pm and Funeral at 4pm.