Gates was born in Bremerton, Washington, to William Henry Gates I or Sr. (Bremerton, Washington, March 14, 1891 â Bremerton, Washington, August 17, 1969), and wife (married in Tacoma, Washington, July 14, 1913) Lillian Elizabeth Rice (Bremerton, Washington, April 23, 1891 â Bremerton, Washington, November 27, 1966).
1 Asbestosis, an inflammatory condition of lungs that can cause shortness of breath, coughing, and eventually scarring of the lungs that makes it hard to breathe. 2  Mesothelioma, a rare cancer that affects the lining of the lungs, chest cavity, or abdomen. 3  Lung cancer.
Signs and symptoms of carcinoid lung tumors include: 1  Chest pain. 2  Wheezing. 3  Shortness of breath. 4  Diarrhea. Redness or a feeling of warmth in your face and neck (skin flushing)  Weight gain, particularly around the midsection and upper 1  back. Pink or purple marks on the skin that look like stretch  marks.