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John McFate Obituary
John Allen McFate passed from a tragic traffic accident last week. He is survived by his wife Deb, daughters Heather & Kellie, grandchildren Jordon and Aidrianna, his sons-in-law David and Justin and his beloved Great Dane Mollie, his mom Joy, brother Rusty, sister Sue, and by many cousins in the Redding Area. John was a cattle rancher in Corning, was a business owner and flooring installer, and was known by everyone as the person who would gladly help anyone in need. Services are at Ogburn Cemetery at 11:00 this Sat. & a wake to celebrate his life immediately following at 6906 Churn Creek Rd., Redding. For more info call 530-586-0219 or 209-321-2819.
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Memories and Condolences
for John McFate
Alexander Family
February 4, 2012
They don't come any better than John McFate. I admire you for your happy go lucky personality and kind heart. Thank you for the laughs. You will be missed. Prayers
Susy Hopkins-Fox
January 21, 2012
We will forever miss you sweet Johnny ~ you were the big brother I never had ~ our adventures at the Ranch will never be forgotten. Deb, my heart aches for you ~ love and hugs and prayers of strength to you and your family.
Chelyse Hunnicutt
January 21, 2012
I had the honor of meeting Mr. McFate's wife, Deb, and her family at the clinic where I work in Redding. They are a wonderful family, strong and take good care of one another. My heart goes out to this family, I cannot imagine such a sudden loss. McFate family, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers, keep taking care of one another during this time.
Chelyse-CCHT in Redding, CA
Bourke Family
January 21, 2012
Dear McFate Family:
So sorry to read of your loss. Please allow God's word the Bible to provide you comfort during this difficult time in your life.
Molly Mc Fate
January 21, 2012
"Woof "Woof I Miss You Daddy and Being Your Big Loving Pet . You raised me Feed Me And Never Left Home With Out Me I'll cherish Every second we shared !
Randy Allen
January 21, 2012
Dear ,McFate Family John is greatly missed and will always be remembered to me as a dad figure i never had. Since day1 he was great to me I'n several ways I'll never forget the day we met and you had me over at Kellys for Easter when i had no were to go . I'll always remember you forever till we meet again. Always with me is were u will be John . Luv ya pop!
Pat Rathke
January 20, 2012
I am truly sorry about John's passing. He used to buy hay from us when we ranched on Rawson road. Deb I know we have spoken a few times on the phone. I lost my husband last April a few weeks shy of his 63rd birthday without any warning at all. My condolences to your family. John was such a great man whom Bob and I truly enjoyed talking with. His love of his family as well as his dogs was worn on his shirt sleeve. Pat Rathke, Red Bluff
January 20, 2012
Dear Deb Heather, and Kelli and Family we loved John and will truely miss our old friend.. hope to make the services..What a loss....
Dwayne and Linda Smith
Livermore, Ca.
January 20, 2012
Deb, Kel, Heath: John was the best dad, and very warm hearted to everyone. He'd help anyone in need...I'm here for you if you Need.
I remember coming to Redding one time as a teenager with John in his old blue ranchero. It was hotter than acceptable and to keep my mind off of the hotttttt. John started singing cowboy songs. It definately got my mind off of the heat....As you can well imagine.
I will truly miss him. Libby
Aidriana Campiotti
January 19, 2012
Dear Pop,
We love you so much. Rest in peace. I will miss taking walks with and shooting bows and arrows at the ranch. I hope that you have a good time in heaven. Most of all I will miss you when we go down by the fence and pet the horses. xoxo Love your grand- daughter Aidriana xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxooxo
Sandy Wallace
January 19, 2012
To the family and friends of John,
You know what a wonderful man John was and how kind and caring he was to everyone. It is for a heavy heart I write to you for your loss of such a lovely human being. I feel lucky to have known John as the caring husband, father, grandfather and pet owner he was. He will be remembered fondly by all who knew him.
lupe & garrett may
January 19, 2012
Deb, Kel we are sorry for your loss. John was a great man and he will be dearly missed. If you need anything at all please let us know.
Larry & Karen Blodgett
January 19, 2012
Dearest Deb, Heather, & Kellie.
Words cannot begin to explain our feelings upon learning of the passing of your John. What a wonderful gentle & caring man.
I have never met a man with such devotion to family, friend, & his craft as john had. His ethics and morals were beyond reproach. All who met John were blessed to have known him.
Stay strong and know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Teresa Estes
January 19, 2012
To Debra, Kelly, and the rest of John's family my heart goes out to you all. My own loss was only a month ago, but I keep my son close to my heart as I know you all will with John. No one can answer the question why, I just know that it must have been their time to be taken from us so suddenly. I pray for you. My love to all of you.
Toni Parkins
January 19, 2012
Hey Deb this is Toni from Safeway, I'm so sorry for your loss honey, it's hard to believe John is gone. God bless you and the family at this difficult time. You hang in there my dear, and take good care of yourself. Big hug to you ((((HUGS)))) love Toni
Karen Holscher
January 19, 2012
To Deb, Kelly, Justin and also to the rest of Johns family, the few times that I was around him he always made me smile he was a great man, I am so very sorry for your loss and I love u all so much.. know that he is watching over all of us... R.I.P John you were a great man...
Amanda Haney
January 19, 2012
John you will be missed greatly ever since the day I met you, you have been like a second dad to me I love and will miss you. But know your girls will be taken care of an every way we all can. You are an amazing man and will always be in are hearts May you enjoy tank girl in heaven :) all my love to you and your family.
Anna Scott
January 19, 2012
Dearest John,
You are with our dear Lord savior now, He must have had bigger plans for you than you did. Thank you for touching our lives!
Everytime we needed you to come & lay our Carpet, You were always there & always went beyond the call of duty. We loved you our FRIEND. We will miss you more than you could know.
Dearest Deb,
Thank you for sharing John with us & letting us know that he thought the world of us. John loved you so much, he would always talk so highly of you. Were so sorry for the loss of your Soul Mate, Your Husband, Your Childrens Father & Your Grandchildrens Grand Father.
John will NEVER be forgotten & will live in each of our hearts forever.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Johns Friends,
Anna Scott, Tammy & Marty Birrer
Mary Miller
January 18, 2012
I am so very sorry for your loss. John was a wonderful man who took his responsibilities very seriously. He loved his family most of all. He was a good man. I am so sad but know he is in a better place watching over everyone. Love, Mary Miller, WellBound Sacramento
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Kellie McFate
January 18, 2012
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Kellie McFate
January 18, 2012
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Kellie McFate
January 18, 2012
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Kellie McFate
January 18, 2012
Kellie Mc Fate
January 18, 2012
I have been the luckiest girl in the world to have had him as my daddy. He is truly the best man I have ever known. He has touched whom evers life that he had met. Thank you to everyone for all of your love and support that you have shown to my family. As we always said, he worked till his last day, and went out with calouses on his knees and maniure on his shoes, like he would want. To mommy and sissy: we will make it together. To Justin and Roni: you are my strength he was your dad too. To MY DADDY: I AM ALWAYS WITH YOU, AND YOU ARE ALWAYS WITH ME. I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART, MISS YOU. Your baby girl, Kiwi.
Justin McConnell
January 18, 2012
We will Always remember you,you know I will take care of the family and everything will be ok. Love You lots Your Son in law Justin.
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