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L. D. Tate
Age 97, a resident of West Fork, Arkansas, went to be with his Lord on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at Willard Walker Hospice Home in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born March 20, 1923 in Savoy, Arkansas, the son of Russell Edgar and Eula Frances (Smith) Tate.
L.D. volunteered for the Army in 1943, he always said it was to keep from hoeing strawberries. He served in the 3rd Army Communications thru France, Belgium, Holland, Luxenburg and Germany. Upon returning home after the war in 1945 he worked for Tuck's Appliance in Fayetteville for 18 years before going to the University of Arkansas Physical Plant. He retired from the University in 1989 after 24 years as a serviceman and supervisor. He continued to service appliances on his own as long as he was able to do so. He loved guns and worked on them for other people.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two wives Katherine Frank and Iris Dean Giles, two brothers Homer and Max.
Survivors include his wife Dorotha Tate; one son Gary Tate and his wife Vicky of Fayetteville, Arkansas; one daughter Debbie Kinion and her husband Aubrey of Prairie Grove, Arkansas; two grandchildren Ashley Oeler and her husband Karl; AJ Kinion and his wife Kacey; one great grandchild Landon Tate Oeler; one sister Lucille Cann; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
The family will receive friends Friday, September 11, 2020, 5:00-8:00 PM at Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be held 10:00 AM Saturday, September 12th, 2020, at Prairie Grove Cemetery Pavilion in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. Memorial donations can be made to the Willard Walker Hospice House or New Sulphur Free Will Baptist Church in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
Age 97, a resident of West Fork, Arkansas, went to be with his Lord on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at Willard Walker Hospice Home in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born March 20, 1923 in Savoy, Arkansas, the son of Russell Edgar and Eula Frances (Smith) Tate.
L.D. volunteered for the Army in 1943, he always said it was to keep from hoeing strawberries. He served in the 3rd Army Communications thru France, Belgium, Holland, Luxenburg and Germany. Upon returning home after the war in 1945 he worked for Tuck's Appliance in Fayetteville for 18 years before going to the University of Arkansas Physical Plant. He retired from the University in 1989 after 24 years as a serviceman and supervisor. He continued to service appliances on his own as long as he was able to do so. He loved guns and worked on them for other people.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two wives Katherine Frank and Iris Dean Giles, two brothers Homer and Max.
Survivors include his wife Dorotha Tate; one son Gary Tate and his wife Vicky of Fayetteville, Arkansas; one daughter Debbie Kinion and her husband Aubrey of Prairie Grove, Arkansas; two grandchildren Ashley Oeler and her husband Karl; AJ Kinion and his wife Kacey; one great grandchild Landon Tate Oeler; one sister Lucille Cann; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
The family will receive friends Friday, September 11, 2020, 5:00-8:00 PM at Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be held 10:00 AM Saturday, September 12th, 2020, at Prairie Grove Cemetery Pavilion in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. Memorial donations can be made to the Willard Walker Hospice House or New Sulphur Free Will Baptist Church in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
Funeral Service
10:00 am
Prairie Grove Cemetery Pavilion
Visitation
5:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home
Final Resting Place
Prairie Grove Cemetery
North, Row 47, Space 153
General
Mar 20, 1923
Sep 10, 2020
97
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Tributes
Debbie, Gary and family, our hearts are saddened at the loss of your wonderful father. He was such a great man and loved by all. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Wayne and Helen Carter.?
Wayne & Helen Carter - Friend
Gary and Debbie, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Donald Dersam - Family friend
So very sorry for you loss. L.D. will live on in all the memories you have of him, & in your hearts. Your whole family is in my prayers.
Vicki - Classmate
L.D. was a fine man, my wife Cheryl and I were both fond of him we went to Church together at West Fork Assembly of God. L.D. Fixed our A/C unit once in Fayetteville, and an Ice maker and a heater-furnace. He was a very interesting individual to visit with a ver smart and kind person. I plan on visiting with him again when we we get to heaven. Gone but not forgotten.
David Daniel - Friend- Brother in Christ.
Gary and Debbie and family. My heart sunk when I heard the news, but one thing that I do know along with many others your Dad was an amazing man. He made everyone smile. I have shared memories about spending time with your family several several times over the years. He has a very special place in my heart right next to your mom. Extremely sorry about your loss, but I know your mother has been waiting to see him a long time and they are now holding each other once again and forever. Love You!
Tammy Doppenberg - Niece
Gary, Debbie and Families so very sorry to hear of LD passing. What a life he has lived. Our families go way way back and it always makes us smile to know they are all reminiscing again. Prayers to you all??
Pam, Peggie Rice - Family
Debbie and Gary - I am so sorry for your loss. We always had such fun at your house playing basketball with "Polly". Every time I have seen him over the years, we have laughed about that nickname. Love you both. Kathy
Kathy Hall - friend
I meant Mr. Tate when I was a very young newlywed and he helped me out when I had some appliance issues. He was always very kind and very pleasant and always had a smile when you met him. I am very sorry for your loss and may your memories of him comfort you at this time. Carolyn
Caroling Latta Bartholomew - Old friend
Funeral Service
10:00 am
Prairie Grove Cemetery Pavilion
Visitation
5:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home
Final Resting Place
Prairie Grove Cemetery
North, Row 47, Space 153
General
Mar 20, 1923
Sep 10, 2020
97
Documents