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Dr. Robert P. Tate

1947 - 2018

BORN

1947

DIED

2018

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Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery

5668 Poplar Avenue

Memphis, Tennessee

Robert Tate Obituary

Dr. Robert P. Tate

Nesbit, ms

Dr. Robert P. Tate, 70, of Nesbit, MS, passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pressly B. Tate, Jr. and Doris C. Tate. Dr. Tate is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Karen Tate; son, Erik St. John and his wife Brianne, two of the cutest grandchildren, Langston and Mason St. John; a brother, Don Tate and his wife, Helen of Vonore, TN and a nephew, Brian Tate. Dr. Tate was a member at Buntyn Presbyterian Church. He practiced medicine for 42 years in Holly Springs, MS and then in Olive Branch, MS. The family invites friends and relatives for a time of sharing memories of Dr. Tate on Friday, February 23rd from five o'clock in the afternoon until seven o'clock in the evening at Memorial Park Funeral Home, 5668 Poplar Avenue in Memphis. The funeral will be held on Saturday, February 24th at ten o'clock in the morning at Buntyn Presbyterian Church, 561 S. Prescott Street in Memphis. The burial will follow, via an escorted cortege, at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association.

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Published by The Commercial Appeal on Feb. 23, 2018.

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Robert Buchanan

February 26, 2018

I didn't know Bobby that well, but from what my mother mentioned in a few words, "Bobby always had a smile." So, Bobby, please smile on. You will be missed by so many.

Teresa and Shannon Gross

February 24, 2018

Dr. Tate was our family physician for 25 years while in Olive Branch Ms. He loved his patients and we loved him.
He was compassionate yet aggressive in caring for our family. It wasn't unusual to expect a shot and prescription while sick. He stuck to his guns and to his patients. So sad to hear of his passing.

Joyce Baker Phillips

February 23, 2018

Dr. Tate practiced in Holly Springs for a very long time and was such a great physician, very kind hearted and a great friend. Prayers for the family. He will be missed by many!

Staff of Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery

February 23, 2018

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

American Heart Association

February 22, 2018

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Elizabeth & Brandon Buchanan

February 22, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Bob will be missed. Just know we are thinking of you and extend our sympathy to you.

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Memorial Events
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Feb

23

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery

5668 Poplar Avenue P.O. Box 17144, Memphis, TN 38119-0885

Feb

24

Funeral

10:00 a.m.

Buntyn Presbyterian Church

561 S. Prescott Street, Memphis, TN

Feb

24

Burial

Memorial Park Cemetery

TN

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Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery

5668 Poplar Avenue P.O. Box 17144, Memphis, TN 38119-0885

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