Photo courtesy of Floyd Mortuary and Crematory Inc. - Lumberton
Jun 27, 1935 - Feb 23, 2026
Phyllis and family,
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your precious loved one Gene. He brought joy to so many and touched so many lives. He will truly be missed. May he rest in peace.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May his spirit live on, along with all the wonderful memories and fun times that you all shared.
Sincerely,
Leanne Hewitt
March 08, 2026 | Raleigh, NC | Friend
I am so sorry to hear of Gene’s passing. He was a wonderful person and friend. He will be missed by many. Prayers for his family and friends. May he RIP
Monroe Williams
March 02, 2026 | Winterville, NC | Friend
We are sending prayers and condolences. We are so sorry to hear about your dad. Wolfpack Nation's loss is heaven's gain.
Lori Elliott
February 27, 2026 | Raleigh, NC, NC | Friend
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Mr.Pate was a kind man.
Theodocia “Pinky” Phillips
February 25, 2026 | Lumberton, NC | Acquaintance
I was sorry to have learned about Gene's passing away. I wish his family peace and comfort in this difficult time. God bless you all.
Eric Hudson
February 25, 2026 | Lumberton, NC | Friend
My thoughts snd prayers are with you and the family
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Barbara Collins Sealey
February 24, 2026 | Acquaintance
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. God bless!
Ronnie Ivey
February 24, 2026 | Lumberton, NC
We enjoyed knowing Gene and his family while we were in Lumberton. He was a man of good character and kindness. Love and Prayers for Phyllis, Robin, and Family.
Nathan and Kay Dry
Nathan and Kay Dry
February 24, 2026 | Garner, NC | Friend
I am so sorry to hear this. I worked with Gene and his brother Elwood in the summers when they were at TR Driscoll. My mother was a Driscoll. My aunt Dot Driscoll was his sister so he was like family.
Dick Holmes
February 24, 2026 | Lumberton, NC | Friend
Eugene "Gene" Leverne Pate, age 90, of Lumberton, NC passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Wesley Pines Retirement Community on Monday, February 23, 2026. Gene was the youngest of eight children, born on June 27, 1935 in Robeson County to the late Robert Pate and Dora Davis Pate. In...
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